Chapter 43

~Alpha Maverick~ I walked back to my office, but Violeta’s harsh words kept replaying in my head. I felt a tightness in my chest like I couldn’t breathe. My tie felt like it was choking me, so I loosened it. I was furious, not just from Violeta’s words but also from the pressing issue of the Lycan virus. I dialed my phone to call Kaiden and check on the progress of the situation, as he had been delaying in submitting the reports. On the second ring, he picked up. “Greetings, Alpha.” “Yes, Kaiden, the reports—why are they late?” I said directly. “My apologies, Alpha. We encountered a setback, but... The parasite carrying the Lycan Virus gradually shuts down the organs, leaving the patient in a vegetative state. The victim has stopped speaking and responding to external stimuli.” I sighed, pressing my temple. This was an alarming sign of deterioration. Although we are trying our best, nothing seems to be working. “I understand the patient’s status, and something needs to be done. What’s