Chapter 68

Bella POV

The pack is in complete disarray, and I can’t understand why. Everything has been unraveling lately, even my carefully laid plans. The man I hired—the one who was supposed to help me get rid of that fat fool—backed out of the job. Should I send one of my most trusted men instead?

But no… that won’t work. How could they possibly infiltrate Silver Crest Pack with their security so tight? I paced across my room, irritation clawing at me, until an idea suddenly struck.

That maid. The one still in Silver Crest Pack. Yes.

“Is anyone there?” I called sharply. Within seconds, a maid rushed in. “Mistress, you called,” she said breathlessly.

I smiled, moving closer to her. “Do you remember that fat maid we left behind?” I asked quickly. Her eyes went wide, and she nodded.

“Yes, ma’am, I do. But when we left, she was still unconscious…” she trailed off, her voice laced with pity.

“I didn’t ask you about her stupid condition,” I snapped