Alpha Alexander’s POV
The hours passed, and Vanessa remained absent. A growing sense of unease settled over me like a dark cloud. I refused to entertain the thought that she had run away, but the evidence was becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
I paced the length of the dining room, my mind racing with questions and doubts. If she hadn't returned from work since yesterday, where could she have gone? The possibilities were endless, each one more troubling than the last.
Turning to Amelia for answers, I approached the topic with caution, hoping to glean some insight without raising suspicion. Her response only added to my concern; she hadn't heard from Vanessa either, a fact that seemed to confirm my worst fears.
Next, I sought out Alfie, hoping he might shed some light on the si
