Bella’s POV
Cole’s eyes were cold as they locked onto mine. His posture was rigid, his presence commanding, but I refused to be intimidated.
"What are you doing here?" he asked, voice clipped with irritation. "We’re in the middle of an important discussion with the council members."
I met his gaze without flinching. "I have something to tell you," I said smoothly, stepping closer. "Something you need to see for yourself before you make any final decisions about acknowledging David as your heir."
Cole frowned, his sharp gaze narrowing in suspicion as I extended a neatly folded document toward him.
"What the f**k is this?" he muttered, hesitating for a second before snatching it from my hands.
"Proof that David isn’t your son," I replied, my voice unwavering.
The room fell into a stun
