And I could figure things out on my own… I just needed a little time.Philip had ensured that every easily opened door was slammed in my face. Then, I needed to look for other doors he couldn't influence, or were just too obscure for him to think about.I looked at the screen for a long time, turnin
I tightened my coat around myself as I stepped onto the pavement, the city air crisp against my skin. I spotted Dominic just as he exited the towering glass building, his expression unreadable as he adjusted the cuffs of his sleeves. He was as handsome, in control, and cold-seeming as ever. I was gl
“Another property then.”“Why is it so hard for you to intercede in this? You have the power?” I set my jaw. “Is this also something that I can’t ask you for?”Dominic’s gaze flickered, something unreadable passing through it before he said, “I’ve already given you what you wanted. Isn't your engage
DominicThe file was taunting me, sitting there. Tempting me to know what exactly the fiery young woman I should never have kissed had come up with. Her words had played over and over in my head for the past week. I tried to come up with something to say to her, something that would undermine everyt
*Today was the day.The car rolled down the street. The road was a bit rough, and each bump sent a jolt to my already frayed nerves. I was irritated, scratching at the walls to get this done as the next semester loomed closer."Remember, Renee, composure. That's your most powerful weapon today. Th
Dominic was the first person I noticed, but it was because he was seated in my direct line of sight as soon as I entered. The doors were closed behind us. We took our places, and as soon as the main judge, an older man who probably believed that women were only worth something if they were married,
Philip scoffed, folding his arms. “You’re being childish,” he said dismissively. “This is nothing but a tantrum from a girl who didn’t get her way. You broke off your engagement on a whim, and now you expect to be free of all consequences?”The words that wanted to come beat at my teeth. I swallowed
DominicThe thing about the whole case was that I couldn’t help but be surprised. Surprised. Impressed, and a bit turned on. When I thought of my own daughter and how she would have reacted to all this, it was hard to compare them. Vivian would have been screaming across the aisle. Wild, out of co
I slipped it into my pocket and grabbed a few other things. They’d already packed the rest of the room, so I left the room, following a pair of movers down the stairs. I passed Dominic who was simply staring into the room with this unreadable expression. He turned from the sight, met my gaze, and fo
Dominic’s car rumbled as he drove us, the familiar scent of leather and pine a small comfort in the anxiety that clung to me. He’d insisted on driving me to Frostborne. Said he wouldn’t let me face them alone. I appreciated it and the fact that the whole drive was blissfully distracting.I had never
Goddess, what was wrong with me? I’d never had such dirty thoughts before.“In all seriousness,” he turned to face me fully. “I was impressed. You stood your ground against the council. You did well. If accounting doesn’t work out, you’d make a hell of a lawyer.”I wasn’t sure what to do with the ap
“I’m not speaking of Philip. I’m speaking of the Frostborn Pack.” He tilted his head. “They are not the same entity.”“And that’s where you’re mistaken.” My voice rose despite myself. I sounded more bitter than I had meant to, but when I thought about it, I couldn’t help it. “You’re asking me to pro
A low rumbling, growl shook the air, he took a step forward before turning away from me. He took a deep breath as his body started to shake. I could almost feel how much restraint he was exercising over himself.Did he… Did Dominic want me?The thought sent a thrill through me that I tried to squash
Philip staggered back, swaying on his face clutching his face, shock rippling through his features as he fell to one knee. Blood dribbled out of his mouth and nose, and the way he cupped his face made me think that Dominic had broken his jaw. The lawyer hummed, a little impressed sound I hadn’t expe
The man paled. Dominic turned to me slowly, something unreadable passing behind his eyes.“Counselor, I think we can both agree that drawing more attention to Ms. Caldwell’s uniquely vulnerable state would not be in her best interest. You have my word that I will transfer control of her estate, her
ReneeI blinked. “Wait—what?”Dominic looked just as stunned as I felt. “Pardon, did you say me?”The head of the council adjusted the collar of his robes, clearly unbothered by our disbelief. “Yes. You are not of the Frostborne pack, and you have no legal claim to the estate beyond your current… pr
And now? She was calling them out ruthlessly. It was just enough of a threat to make them do something. Because no one—not even these bitter old dogs—could argue with criminal charges, And it would be to work with nothing to make these charges public and stir up speculation. A lot of packs across