40

Liam Pov

While I was away on a meeting, I made sure to keep a close eye on Maxine by assigning an omega and a guard to monitor her every move. Their diligence in reporting back to me was impeccable. They detailed her training sessions with Tobias and their increasing closeness.

Reading those reports, a twinge of jealousy coursed through me. I knew Maxine wouldn’t betray me—she was too smart for that—but the thought of her finding happiness in another man's company while I brought her only sorrow made me feel monstrous. I couldn’t stand the idea of Tobias being the good guy in her life. I needed to bring him down in her eyes, but nothing came to mind until I returned to the pack.

Back at the pack, I observed them for two days, confirming every detail of the reports. The closeness between Maxine and Tobias was undeniable. It was time to confront them. I summoned both to my office.

When they walked in and saw each other, the shock and fear on their faces were discernable. I leaned back i