Chapter 70: Chapter 70

Chapter 0070 +25 BONUS Chapter 0070 Ella POV “Mr. Black, I’m sure you can understand why I’m hesitant about this,” my father said firmly.

Alexander sat across from my father’s desk, calm and composed, while I stood awkwardly beside my father. The tension in the room was making me too anxious to sit down My father, who typically gave me the freedom to date whom I chose, was deeply concerned about the current situation with David and the reputation of our pack. That concern was now being channeled into this very uncomfortable conversation with Alexander.

I understood my father’s hesitation, but the situation made me more anxious than I had anticipated. Alexander was here, trying to convince my father that his feelings for me were genuine, when we both knew they were not- or at least, not as deep as he claimed.

Alexander’s gaze remained steady as he spoke. “Of course, understand your hesitancy, Alpha Rowan. After all, Ella has already endured more than enough. But I assure you, my feelings for her are genuine, and I will not allow her to be harmed or disrespected any further. We both want what’s best for her.”

“And you believe you are what’s best for her?” my father asked, his tone sharp, almost challenging.

“I believe Ella deserves a man who will treat her the way she deserves to be treated,” Alexander responded, his voice tightening slightly. “Not the way David treated her.” He glanced away briefly, his jaw clenched as he mentioned David’s name.

My father’s smirk revealed that he had noticed Alexander’s flash of anger. But Alexander quickly composed himself.

“You certainly know all the right things to say,” my father said, leaning back, his gaze scrutinizing. “But I’m afraid I don’t feel much confidence in you when it comes to your treatment of women.”

A strange look flickered across Alexander’s face as he leaned forward. “And why is that?”

“I believe we both know why,” my father replied, his voice cool. “It’s not worth dragging out the details right now. What I want to know is, how can I trust you with my daughter? Ella does h.er best to hide it, but she’s been through a lot. She’s vulnerable right now. How do I know you’re not just taking advantage of that?”

Both of Alexander’s eyebrows shot up in surprise. For a moment, he looked genuinely shocked. “I may not have always been the most considerate person,” he admitted, his voice quieter but steady, “but I am not the kind of man who would exploit a woman’s vulnerability.”

“You seem offended that I would suggest such a thing,” my father remarked, narrowing his eyes. “Do you not think I have a good reason to feel this way?”

“I know you have good reason,” Alexander replied, a note of regret in his voice. “I’m only disappointed in myself for having behaved in a way that would make someone like you see me as so contemptible that you’d even think it.”

“Appearances can be deceiving,” my father said, his voice cold. “David seemed like a good match too. So tell me, Mr. Black, bluntly–what guarantee do I have that you won’t hurt my daughter the way he did?”

“I can offer you no guarantee,” Alexander said somberly, his voice steady but laced with sincerity. “Only my word, for whatever it’s worth to you. It’s been a long time since I’ve allowed myself to be vulnerable or made my feelings for a woman known. If I’m honest, I didn’t think it was something I’d ever do again.”

He paused, glancing in my direction before continuing.

1/2 Chapter 0070 +25 BONUS “But Ella is special. She’s different. And I will do everything in my power to ensure her safety and happiness. If the time comes when she’s no longer happy with me, I’ll step aside without hesitation and wish her the best.”