Chapter 185

“You’ll need allies.” Isabella smiled faintly, confidence calm and unhurried in her expression. “I’ll head back first and make way for Alpha Volkov.” After saying that, she turned without waiting for a response. The door of the car opened with a soft click, and she stepped inside. A moment later, the engine hummed to life. The vehicle moved forward smoothly before stopping along the side of the road. Dominic didn’t linger. He stepped into his black car with his usual quiet efficiency. “Drive.” His voice was low. Luca started the car immediately. Within seconds, the black luxury vehicle disappeared down the road, its tail lights fading into the distance. Silence settled again. Susan finally let out a breath she hadn’t realized she’d been holding. She pressed a hand against her chest. “Alpha Volkov’s presence is still terrifying,” she muttered, half laughing at herself. “I swear I almost dropped to my knees just now.” Isabella didn’t answer right away. Her eyes were still fixed on the di