(Alexander's POV)

I didn't return to our palace last night. Instead, I stayed overnight at the pack headquarters, trying to give Olivia the space she seemed to desperately want.

My pride wouldn't let me chase after her like some lovesick pup.

In the morning, I called Martha to ask about Olivia's situation, hoping she had come to her senses.

"Alpha King," Martha said hesitantly, "Queen Olivia didn't return home last night."

My ...