LIANA The second Anthony's palm reached for my cheek, a tight grip clutched his wrist. I moved my gaze to my side…and Kyran was standing. Kyran didn't look into my eyes. Instead, he shoved Anthony back. Anthony's feet stumbled, yet he held himself against the fall. “She's my wife. Don't ever make this mistake again or I won't be merciful next time.” The words sounded like dark clouds groaning. Silence turned cold in the room. Anthony couldn't speak. He was still in shock. “Your wife is torturing the poor.” Grandma opened her mouth to explain Jessie's side of the story. The lie she chose to believe. “Brother, we can't ignore this maid's plea.” Evie passed me a sharp, threatening glance before switching her gaze to Kyran. “Look at her condition…she needs your help.” “Alpha!” Jessie

