Chapter 97. The Enemy Is at Your Doorstep

Kade’s POV

Danielle had entered the room. I closed the door to ensure nobody heard whatever was about to be said.

Anna stood firm in her spot, and I stood between the two.

“Anna, I’m sure you have your questions and—” Danielle said but was interrupted.

“Do you love him?” Anna asked her. Danielle fell back a step. Her head went in circles before her eyes landed on me.

“Anna,” Danielle said and heaved a sigh.

“Just answer my question. Do you love my best friend’s mate?” Anna said.

Danielle’s eyes widened, and she slowly nodded.

“I do, and I think that I always will, but you have to trust that my intentions are pure. I do want to protect Layla and make sure that she comes back home, and this is how I intend to do that.” Danielle was taking a careful step toward Anna with every word she spoke.

“If that’s true, then why are you here in the middle of the night in your pink PJ shorts to talk to him?” Anna asked snidely.

Dan