Oliver's POV
He looked at me, his blue eyes watery and full of terror. "I won't let it happen. I won't lose you to another woman who wears that face."
I let go of his shoulders, my hands falling uselessly to my sides. My mind reeled. Aurora? My sweet, innocent Aurora?
"No… she wouldn't," I whispered, refusing to believe it. I looked back at my father, who had the same look of fear and worry.
"Father, Aurora can't do it. She is sweet… she is innocent… Father, I know her. I've seen her at her weakest."
Father shook his head in disapproval. "Son, people can act. They can play a role for weeks, months, or years if the price is high enough. Remember, you have enemies—monsters who would give anything to see the Alpha King fall. What if she is working for them? What if she was hired and is simply acting innocent to get past your guards? To get into your bed?"
"No, Father! Not Aurora," I growled, the sound vibrating in my chest. I refused to believe it.
