Linda stared at Austin, a smug smile slowly spreading across her face.
"What do you think would happen if I told Kaius your little secret ? That you have a daughter ?"
If Lena married Alpha Kaius, Linda's social standing would rise with her.
But if Austin got too close to Kaius, that dream would vanish.
Austin didn't flinch. Her face stayed calm, unreadable.
"Do whatever you want," Austin replied, voice steady.
She knew better than to beg. People like Linda talked whether you gave them a reason or not.
Yes, the thought of Elena being exposed so suddenly made her uneasy. But at least Elena looked enough like her that Kaius wouldn't immediately connect the dots.
Linda's warning gave her time to think. That was better than being ambushed.
Then Austin's brows pulle
