~ Jack’s POV

I slouched at my desk in the office, the dim light from the desk lamp casting long shadows on the walls. It was late, and I was used to these late-night hours, a habit I picked up from working alongside my father. But tonight, I was alone, waiting for my men to return from Bella’s place. My patience was wearing thin.

The office door creaked open, and one of the maids stepped in, her head bowed respectfully. “Alpha Jack,” she said, her voice soft and careful. “I wanted to ...