EMILY'S POV
The week after the announcement was a mix of champagne and careful smiles. Rudy didn't call neither did he text, he didn't appear at the estate, didn't send reports through Marco, didn't leave his usual quiet footprint in my daily life.
The first day, I told myself it was a relief, there will be no more warnings or tension.
The second day, I told myself he was just giving me space, respecting my choice as the loyal friend he always was.
The third day, I couldn't bear Rudy's absences so I called Marco.
"Have you heard from Rudy?"
Marco hesitated. "No, Alpha, I haven't heard from him ever since... the engagement."
I frowned. "That's not like him." I muttered over the phone
"He's probably just busy with his own work, perhaps his situation must be demanding."
I nodded, re
