Alpha Walton smiled, but it was fake.
"Well, Sofia,"he said with syrupy concern,"was that really necessary? Talking to Austin like that?"
Then he turned to Austin, his tone dipping into condescension."What sort of projects could you possibly need funding for?"
The contempt on their faces wasn't subtle. It was written in every glance, every smirk.
Sofia gave a dramatic sigh, tilting her head just enough to make it look staged.
"You're right, Father,"she said sweetly."What projects indeed? If she needs money, I'm sure Alpha Kaius would be happy to support his… companion."
The message was loud and clear.
In their eyes, Austin wasn't a professional. She was a woman who got ahead by lying on her back.
Then Sofia's eyes flicked over Austin, slow and judgmental, before l
