Chapter 81: Territory Claims
(Charlotte's POV)
Scarlett’s perfume-laden presence hovered too close, her amber gaze flitting toward Alexander as if weighted with expectation. Yet, he didn’t spare her a glance. His glaring indifference felt sharper than words, and for a moment, satisfaction buzzed faintly in my chest.
“Alpha Stone,” Scarlett began with a saccharine edge, her voice lilting as though to draw him in. “It’s such an honor to see you here.”
Alexander took a measured sip of water, his electric blue eyes focused on the table in front of him rather than acknowledging her.
But Scarlett wasn’t one to give up so easily.
“It’s funny,” she continued, glancing theatrically around the room. “This dining territory is highly prestigious. The owner is actually a close acquaintance
