Chapter 163

Victoria's POV Patrick fell silent. "No problem at all, Patrick," Kane said, a friendly smile touching his lips. "We used to play together all the time as kids. Would you like me to keep you company tonight?" I observed the scene, Nora, my inner wolf, pacing restlessly. The air in the hospital room was thick with the scent of disinfectant and lingering sickness—odors that always agitated my wolf. Patrick shook his head, his gaze flickering between us. "There's no need for that. Victoria, could you please ask everyone to leave? I don't need anyone else here right now. I just need you. As long as you're here, I'll be perfectly happy." "Patrick," I said, my voice firm. Despite the amulet bracelet still on my wrist, masking my true identity, my words carried an undeniable Alpha authority. "You're not in a state to be making decisions right now. Let Kane stay with you. You mentioned wanting someone to talk to earlier, and Kane is perfect for that, isn't he, Kane?" Kane nodded immediately, h