"Alpha Lake," Alexander greeted evenly as the man reached our table.
"Good evening, Alpha Black," Derrick replied. "I hope I’m not intruding."
"We can spare a moment," Alexander said, his tone polite but measured.
"I wanted to congratulate you," Derrick said, his expression unreadable. "I’m sure you understand our obligations were elsewhere on the day of your wedding."
"Of course," I replied, turning to face him.
My gaze shifted to Lily, standing silently by his side. She looked... different. Her face was pale, almost gaunt, as though she’d been unwell. Gone was the flawless composure I was used to seeing, and it startled me.
It was clear that everything involving David had taken a toll on her—far more than I had realized.
"Yes, congratulations," Lily said softl
