Chapter 81

Cecilia Xavier kept his head down, not speaking. His hand rose slowly. "Alpha Xavier, don't you dare!" I exclaimed instinctively, reaching to stop him. If he struck Alpha Sebastian, rumors would spread that Alpha Sebastian was attacked because of me. I'd be branded as the human homewrecker who caused conflict between two powerful Alphas. The Silver Peak Pack would tear me apart. Xavier's hand froze mid-air. He turned to look at me, his eyes swimming with heartbreak and betrayal. I fought the urge to roll my eyes. Seriously? We signed divorce papers yesterday and he's acting like I've committed some great betrayal? Does he have selective amnesia? Xavier's bitter smile spoke volumes about his wounded pride. I returned it with a fake smile of my own. Our silent communication spoke volumes. He was trying to play the victim. I'd grown immune to his manipulation. Xavier turned back to face the table. The tension in the room was palpable—everyone poised to intervene if violence erupted. But i