#Chapter 16: Baseless Accusations

Aria’s POV After Sheila’s outburst, her eyes widened as if she was surprised and appalled by her own lack of decorum. Clearing her throat, she tried to relax her body somewhat, leaning heavily on one leg. The attempt at calmness, however, was not terribly successful. She looked uncomfortable, even as she tried to offer a friendly smile. “Dr. A,” Sheila said, laughing slightly. “No wonder you disappeared for three years. Perhaps you seduced an alpha from a different pack and were too embarrassed to face the public. But you wouldn’t do that, would you?” The more she talked, the more I realized entertaining this outburst of hers was a massive waste of time. Looking away from Sheila, I turned my attention to Piper. “Return to work, Piper,” I said, gesturing to the phone that was ringing on the reception desk. Nodding, Piper sat down and answered the phone. Cathy gave me a look, and then laughed the entire way out the door. Set on ignoring Sheila, I turned around to cont