Dead silence. The crowd parted instinctively, clearing a path.Adrian's hand was still gripping my collar. When he saw my father approaching, he instinctively tried to position himself between us, pasting on a respectful smile."Alpha, my apologies—she used to work for me. I have no idea why she's here, or why she would go after Vivian—"He shot a quick look at Vivian, who burst into tears on cue. "Daddy, I feel so sick. It's all her fault!"My father didn't spare them a glance. His face like thunder, he shoved Adrian aside. Adrian stumbled, crashing into Vivian, and they both went down in a heap.Everyone expected the Alpha to punish me. Even Adrian looked terrified—but a glance at Vivian kept him silent.My father seized my wrist and examined me carefully, turning my arms over, cataloging every bruise, every mark—including a deep red welt across my neck. His fists tightened.He turned slowly, his gaze sweeping the room. Every person shrank back."Point. Who did this to you? Show me."
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