ALEXANDER
The sound immediately pulled my attention away from the conversation.
I reached for my phone on the desk behind me, glancing at the screen.
Derek.
For a moment, I wondered if there had been an update from the investigation.
I looked at Faye.
"Give me a moment," I said.
She nodded, stepping back slightly to give me space, although she remained close enough that she would probably hear the conversation all the same.
I answered the call.
"Derek."
"Alpha," Derek greeted. "I hope I am not calling at the wrong time. Are you free to talk?"
I looked briefly at Faye before turning my attention back to the call.
"Yes, I am. Go ahead."
There was a short pause before Derek spoke.
"I was able to make some arrests."
My expression immediately changed.
"Continue."
"After questio
