#Chapter 163: Shared Trauma

[Evelyn’s POV] I sat back in my chair and let out a long breath. It felt like my stomach had suddenly filled with lead. I could have easily guessed that Oliver would have wanted to bring up the topic of Alexander. After all, he was the Alpha’s right-hand man. No doubt, he’d been the one to deal with Alexander’s behavior and current mental state. “I had originally told Alexander that he and I needed to talk,” I explained. “Granted, we still do. Although, that was before Ian had removed the stitches and I discovered what I remained underneath it all.” “Why won’t you let him see you without the mask?” Oliver asked. “I get not wanting others to see, but why him? Why shut him out?” The corners of my eyes crinkled from the dejected feeling that came over me. I slowly shook my head. “For the sake of time and lack of energy, I'm going to say that it’s purely based on insecurity and leave it at that.” Oliver gave me a pointed look. “Alexander is not vain. He’s known to be