Chapter 196

Author's POV Allison froze, unable to decipher what game Liam was playing. Henry's gaze toward Liam was razor-sharp before shifting to her, his eyes filled with scrutiny and disappointment. She could feel the tension in the room—thick enough to slice with claws. "Please, have a seat," Liam said, his voice carrying that subtle alpha rumble as he settled into the leather sofa and lifted his eyes to Henry. Henry's face transformed into an apologetic smile, though his scent betrayed his tension. "Forgive the unexpected visit." Liam's lips curved into a noncommittal smile. As Henry sat across from him, Liam asked with deceptive casualness, "What brings you here?" His posture remained relaxed, yet Allison could sense the territorial energy radiating from him. Henry's eyes lingered on Liam's neck, where faint scratch marks were visible. "Allison is my employee. She called in sick this morning without explanation. As her boss, I felt responsible to check on her wellbeing." The emphasis on 'bos