Chapter 166

Christina's POV People around us were still talking. "That's the Alpha of the Moonstone Pack, right? Is that Alexis Rivera with him?" "Yes, she's his Beta's sister." "They make a stunning couple." "Not just good-looking, but good connections too. Probably planning an engagement." "He's never brought anyone to public events before. If she's here now, it must be serious." Their voices blended into one long string of smug admiration. Ysolde's hand brushed against mine. "Let's go," she whispered. Before we could slip away, Cassian spotted us. His body stiffened momentarily, but it was too late; he had already strode over. He stopped in front of Ysolde and gave her a quick nod. That was it. Just enough to be polite without actually being friendly. "What the hell are you doing here?" I snapped. "You're blocking our way." His smile twitched once before vanishing completely. "Ysolde—" "I'm leaving now. Let's go, Chrissy." We pushed through the crowd toward a side hallway. At the end was a narr