Chapter 45: Predators and Protectors
(Olivia's POV)
"Connor..." The name escaped my lips in a breathless whisper as I found myself safely enveloped in his strong arms.
Behind me, heavy footsteps pounded to a sudden halt. I turned slightly to see Harold Blackwood and Douglas Thornton frozen in their tracks, their earlier predatory expressions melting into shock and fear.
Harold's mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water. The vulgar threats he'd been shouting moments ago died in his throat as he took in the imposing figure holding me protectively.
"You're... Rivers... Alpha Rivers?" Douglas stammered, his face draining of color as recognition dawned.
Connor's four bodyguards flanked him like a wall of muscle, their expressions promising violence. The two businessmen seemed to s
