Aria's pov
I walked toward the back seat of the black SUV, eager to get away from the tension hanging in the courtyard.
The engines were running quietly, and the convoy waited under the pale morning sun.
Before I could close the door, the smell of Ophina's perfume reached me, followed by her voice, sweet but sharp at the same time.
"Aria," she purred, her smile flawless but her eyes calculating," why don't you join Alpha Damien and me in the Maybach? There's plenty of room, and it's a smoother ride."
I glanced from her to Clara, who lingered near Damien like a shadow marking its territory, then returned Ophina's smile.
"Ophina, you should hurry," I said evenly." I feel much better knowing you and Clara will keep the Alpha entertained. The quiet suits me."
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