Chapter 6

When I finally arrived home after six hours, my father was there waiting in the foyer. He did not question the end of my bond with Malcolm. He pulled me into a firm embrace and handed me the badge of the family's business heir.

"Just like always," he said with that unwavering belief in his voice. "Go on, my pup, follow your heart."

It was as if he were not handing the reins to the mightiest werewolf business empire, but just another present to delight me.

The very next day, I dove into learning how to run the empire.

With my father's unwavering support and guidance, I swiftly reclaimed the keen, decisive spirit that had once earned me the reputation of a born entrepreneur.

In just one month, I spearheaded a team that clinched a pivotal international merger, expanding our business empire by a third.

At the extravagant victory banquet, my father lavished me with praise.

"Mila, you've done an outstanding job. You're the pride of our family."

Yet, his earnest commendation took me b