Free Web NovelChapter 59: Chapter 59 Trap
Sylvia’s POV
I woke to sunlight filtering through the curtains, feeling oddly refreshed despite yesterday’s ordeal. Caesar had already prepared breakfast by the time I made my way downstairs. The scent of fresh coffee and something savory filled the air, drawing me to the kitchen like a magnet.
Since yesterday’s incident, something had shifted between us. The awkward tension that had characterized our early interactions had mellowed into something more comfortable. I found I could be around him without overthinking every word or gesture.
Everyone has secrets, things they prefer to keep hidden. Why dig too deeply? We’re adults, after all. Privacy is something we both deserve.
"This omelet is really good," I said, breaking the comfortable silence between us. The eggs were perfectly cooked, fluffy with just the right amount of seasoning.
Caesar looked up, momentarily startled by my compliment. When his eyes met mine, something flickered in their depths—surprise, followed by pleasure at my genuine smile.
"If you like it, I’ll make them the same way next time," he replied, the corner of his mouth lifting slightly.
"I’d like that."
The dynamic between us had improved significantly compared to before. The air felt lighter, less charged with unspoken tension.
After finishing breakfast, I grabbed my car keys, heading out to work. Caesar offered to drive me, but seeing the keys already in my hand, he didn’t press the issue.
I appreciated that about him. He seemed to understand inherently that I wasn’t a bird to be caged. My wolf needed freedom, needed to feel the rush of independence and self-sufficiency. Rather than trying to shield me from everything, he was letting me navigate my own path, make my own choices.
When I arrived at the office, I nodded a greeting to the receptionists as I passed. I could feel their eyes following me, practically burning with curiosity. The moment the elevator doors closed behind me, I heard their excited whispers erupt.
"With her looks, no wonder that guy was so concerned yesterday!"
"They make such a perfect couple—their appearance, their energy, everything matches perfectly."
"Stop, I’m already obsessed with them!"
Blissfully unaware of their gossip session, I focused on getting to my desk and starting my workday. I’d barely settled in when Amber appeared at my cubicle, eyes wide with excitement.
"Sylvia, did you hear what happened yesterday?" she asked in a conspiratorial whisper. freewebnovel.cσ๓
"What is it?" I looked up from my booting computer, curious what news had spread through the office grapevine.
"It’s about Sunny," Amber said, righteous indignation coloring her tone. "Talk about karma! Someone must have finally had enough of her schemes."
"What happened to her?" I asked, wondering if this was connected to what I already knew.
"Yesterday, I heard she was taken away by the police. She’s being detained for some time. And Leo too—I guess they really were in cahoots after all."
My wolf stirred restlessly as memories of yesterday’s attack flickered through my mind. Of course I knew about this—I was at the center of it all. But seeing Amber’s excitement, I decided against revealing my involvement. No need to frighten her with the ugly details.
"Well," I said calmly, "if the police took her in, she must have done something illegal. We should just wait for the justice system to handle it."
I straightened some papers on my desk, adding, "Besides, she’s already been fired. She has nothing to do with Frostline Enterprises anymore."
Amber considered this, nodding slowly. "You’re right. That makes sense."
She returned to her workstation, leaving me to exhale heavily once she was gone. The words I’d spoken were as much for my own benefit as for hers. There was no point dwelling on the past when the future demanded my attention.
As Amber returned to her desk, I released a deep breath. The words of assurance I had offered her were equally meant for myself. There was no use dwelling on the past when the future needed my attention. Unimportant people and events shouldn’t be allowed to obstruct my path forward.
I turned my focus to finalizing my presentation for the upcoming leadership meeting. This was still just internal consultation—we hadn’t yet coordinated with Vertex. Staring at my computer screen, I mentally reviewed each proposal and idea, ensuring everything was perfectly aligned.
Later that day, my phone vibrated with a text from my mother. My wolf stirred nervously within me—Mother rarely reached out directly unless something significant was happening. I wondered if this had anything to do with what had transpired at the office.
I knew that back at the Frostfang territory, Mother had chosen to stay home today rather than go to the company headquarters. Since the Hugo incident, when Selene had stormed out of the house in anger, things had been tense between my sister and our mother.
Author’s POV
Selene observed her mother’s perfectly maintained face as Astra Frost sipped coffee and read quietly, showing no interest in conversation. She clenched her fists slowly, tension radiating through her slender frame.
The elegant living room of the Alpha’s private quarters reflected Astra’s refined taste—minimalist furniture in cool gray tones contrasted with strategic splashes of blue, reminiscent of their pack’s icy heritage. Large windows overlooked the sprawling territory that had belonged to the Frostfang bloodline for generations.
The atmosphere between mother and daughter remained awkward since the Hugo incident that had driven Selene to storm out of the pack house. Though Hugo had already explained everything to Alpha Astra, Selene could tell that while her mother might have verbally forgiven him, deep down she needed more time to truly move past it. After all, Sylvia possessed damning recordings that made the situation difficult to excuse. freewёbn૦νeɭ.com
"Mom," Selene finally broke the silence, her voice carefully measured. "I heard Sylvia fired someone named Sunny at the company."
At this, Alpha Astra paused mid-sip, turning toward her eldest daughter. The silver chain of her reading glasses swayed gently with the movement. Her piercing blue eyes studied Selene with mild curiosity.
"Yes? I’ve heard something about that," she replied coolly. "What of it?"
"Well, if you already know, I shouldn’t say more," Selene replied with calculated hesitation, her face a perfect mask of concern.
Seeing her daughter’s expression, Alpha Astra’s curiosity was piqued. In the complex dynamics of pack politics and family relations, information was power, and Astra had not survived decades as one of the few female Alphas by ignoring potential intelligence.
"It’s alright, darling. Whatever’s on your mind, you can speak freely," she encouraged, setting her coffee aside. The silver ring on her finger—the symbol of her Alpha status—caught the light as she moved.
Alpha Astra was the quintessential she-wolf leader, having carved her place in both the business world and pack hierarchy through sheer determination and ruthless efficiency. She’d seen every type of manipulation in her years of leadership, including the kind Selene was attempting now. But motherly affection often trumped Alpha instinct, and she allowed her daughter to continue her obvious setup.
Selene maintained her worried expression as she finally voiced her "concern." "Mother, I just worry that Sylvia might be overstepping at the company. She’s making quite a spectacle."
She leaned forward slightly, her voice lowering. "After all, she is the second daughter of the Frostfang Pack. This kind of... assertive behavior might seem like we’re abusing our power. People talk, you know."
