Claimed by My Best Friend's Alpha Dad의 모든 챕터: 챕터 231 - 챕터 240

Lina's POV"Mr. Joshua pulled his investment suddenly," Jasper admitted. "You know the project is massive—developing the entire northern district of Ravenport. Lockwood Enterprises invested almost everything into it. Our capital, our resources, our reputation."My stomach dropped. I knew enough about development projects to understand the implications."When a Major investor pulls out mid-project," Jasper continued, "the remaining partners have to keep pumping money in. If the project succeeds, great. If it fails..." He didn't finish the sentence. Didn't need to.If it failed, Lockwood Enterprises would be destroyed. The Pack fortune would evaporate. Everything Victor and his father had built over generations would collapse."What about Storm Industries?" My voice came out steadier than I felt."They can weather the two-year development timeline easily. Lockwood Enterprises can technically survive it too, but barely. Our assets would b

Adrian's POVEvening shadows stretched across Ravenport as I pulled up to the care facility.This place was one of K&S's crown jewels—Katrina's vision brought to life.She'd designed it as a sanctuary for wolves who'd served their packs faithfully, who deserved peace and comfort in their twilight years.Garden pathways wound through manicured grounds. Private suites overlooked serene ponds. The dining hall served meals that would make a five-star restaurant jealous.Gloria's old friend had gotten in only because my grandmother had pulled strings.I'd never minded when Gloria came to stay for a few days. She wasn't one for solitude, and her friend refused to move into the Storm estate.So Gloria would pack a bag and settle in here, surrounded by her social circle, playing cards and gossiping like she was twenty again instead of pushing eighty.Katrina and I were both happy when she was happy.But this time was d

Lina's POVSomeone had clearly called ahead, because the moment we arrived, a server was waiting to escort us inside.They led us straight past the main floors, past the VIP lounges, all the way to the top level.Every step made my instincts scream louder."Chloe, I really think—""There!" She pointed ahead at a private suite door.I knew this level. Everyone in werewolf social circles knew about this level.The top floor of Ethan's club had three massive penthouse suites—personal crash pads for Ethan, Taylor, and Adrian.The remaining private rooms were invitation-only, accessible only with their explicit permission.James shouldn't be up here. *Couldn't* be up here, not without one of them personally authorizing it.We'd been set up.I turned to run—literally spun on my heel to flee—but Ethan's head suddenly popped out of the suite doorway."Chloe! You made it! James is insi

Lina's POVChloe was waiting by the exit, practically bouncing with nervous energy.The second she saw me stumble out, her face shifted from hopeful to horrified."Did my dad hurt you?" She rushed over, hands flying over me like she was checking for injuries.Her eyes locked onto my neck—on the marks Adrian had left there—and her jaw literally dropped."So did you— I mean, did he—" She fumbled for words. "Is he going to take responsibility?"Sweet Chloe. Still believing her father was the honorable Alpha who always did the right thing.I'd believed that too, once."No," I said quietly. "We didn't.""But your neck—""Can we just go home? Please?"I started walking. After a moment, I heard her follow."Lina, my dad didn't actually..." She trailed off, uncertainty thick in her voice."Alpha Storm has no interest in me, Chloe. Why would I humiliate myself by pushing f

Lina's POVI walked out of The Black Olive and onto the street, letting my feet carry me nowhere in particular.A figure appeared directly in my path.Confrontational stance. Shoulders back. Chin up.Ready to declare war.My phone shattered the tension before either of us could speak. Chloe's name flashed on the screen."Chloe, what's wrong?""Lina! Will you come with me to Uncle Taylor's wedding tomorrow? Please?"Before I could refuse, she rushed on. "Dad's not going! I already checked with Uncle Taylor and Aunt Cathy—he's definitely, absolutely, one hundred percent not attending!""What about James?" I asked, referring to her boyfriend."He doesn't want to go. We just started dating, and he's not comfortable with my status or the circles I move in yet. I don't want to pressure him."A smile tugged at my lips despite everything. "Our Chloe's all grown up. Actually being considerate in a relationship