Chapter 178:A Flurry of Gossip and Pack Drama

(Scarlett's POV) Roman stood by the window, speaking in low tones over his phone. The snow outside softened the world into a serene, white void, but his expression was anything but peaceful. His sharp profile cut against the glass, and the way his body was taut told me the call wasn’t casual business. I pretended not to eavesdrop, though I couldn’t make out much from the few murmurs that slipped through. His tone was calm, but there was an unmistakable intensity brewing underneath. As if sensing my curiosity, Roman turned his head slightly, catching me watching him. His piercing blue eyes were unreadable, but the faintest corner of his lip quirked up into something resembling a smirk. Without breaking stride in his conversation, he walked to the door, disappearing into his study for privacy. A moment later, my phone vibrated noisily against the side table. I sighed, already half-dreading who might be calling. The Winters? Rachel Thompson? Or worse... Natalie? When I saw Emma’s name