Hours later.The hospital smelled like antiseptic and rain.Miranda’s hands shook as she pushed open the door to the hospital where Ace was admitted. Her father walked beside her, silent. Inside, Ace sat propped up in bed. Bandages around his ribs. Eyes tired, but sharp. And next to him, standing like a guard dog, was Alpha Brian.The room went still.Ace looked up. His gaze hit Miranda first, then Alpha Derrick. His jaw ticked. “I didn’t expect…” Ace said. He stuttered, voice low, surprise etched on his face. He stared at Miranda, different emotions running through him.His father cleared his throat. “Thanks... thanks for coming.” Miranda couldn’t speak. She just walked to the bed and took Ace’s hand. His fingers were warm. “How... are you feeling now?” she asked.Ace’s thumb brushed over her knuckles. “Wasn’t expecting you to come when my father said so. I thought he was playing pranks on me.” “I would have come earlier if only I was allowed to.” She replied. “Why did yo
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