Chapter 259:Checking on Her

(Nathan's POV) I watched as Roman Thorne turned to Scarlett Winters, his demeanor softening momentarily. It was clear he wanted to speak with me alone, and I held my breath, silently praying that Scarlett wouldn't leave. "Scarlett, go see what Hunter brought," Roman said, his tone gentle yet commanding. My heart sank. With her gone, I'd be at the mercy of the Shadow King's infamous temper. But to my growing dismay, Scarlett nodded immediately. "I'll go then," she said, her voice light and obedient. "Okay, be good," Roman replied, pinching her cheek with surprising tenderness. I watched in amazement as she turned and left without question or protest. This was the same fierce she-wolf who had famously broken her engagement with Alexander Amber? The one who commanded respect throughout the Northern territories with her sharp tongue and unwavering resolve? Her complete transformation in Roman's presence was startling. If not for witnessing her previous interactions with Alexander Am