Chapter 45

Owen “Leave us, Osborne. I’ll handle this,” I told my son, though I could clearly see how furious he was. The only reason he hadn’t already unleashed his anger on Bella was out of respect for me. “Minutes ago I hadn’t seen the video, Father, but now that I have… I’m furious,” he growled, his wolf rising, eyes burning with rage. “I know, son, and you’re doing well to stay calm,” I assured him, though he shook his head hard. “Forget the public apology you mentioned, I heard you say it earlier. I don’t care about that. I just want her gone, now!” His words carried finality, and I knew he meant them. I sighed and shifted my gaze to Bella, who stood silently, for once without a retort. “You heard him. Leave. I’ll speak with your father about this matter privately.” She didn’t argue, didn’t plead. She simply turned on her heel and stormed out, her footsteps echoing like thunder through the floor. “How’s Aina taking it?” I asked Osborne. “Not good,” he muttered, dragging a hand throu