Irene looked a little nervous. "I didn't do anything to her. I helped her, and now she's accusing me? Alpha Richard, don't listen to her nonsense."
Richard's tone was icy. "I'll find out exactly what you did back then. But hear me clearly—stay away from Perry. If you even think about laying a finger on her, I won't let it slide."
"I wouldn't dare hurt her! She's the one picking on me," Irene muttered under her breath as she hurried off.
Richard pulled Perry into his arms. "Are you okay? Seriously, don't just wander off on your own, even if it's for the restroom. Next time, I'll go with you."
Perry felt a wave of warmth in her chest. "You don't have to baby me like that just for going to the bathroom. I'm not made of glass."
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