Chapter One hundred and Twenty Three

Allegra’s Pov

As Xander and I were still wrapped in each other's embrace, basking in the relief of our shared moment of triumph, the tranquility of the room was shattered by the sudden arrival of Silver. Her urgency was palpable as she burst into the room, her words tumbling out in a rush. “Uhmm, Alpha Xander, sorry to interrupt, but Richard needs your help outside,” she blurted out, her eyes darting between us.

Xander pulled away from me reluctantly, a fleeting look of disappointment crossing his features before he planted a light kiss on my lips. The gesture sent a flutter of warmth through me, and I couldn't help but smile as he hurriedly made his way out of the room.

Silver watched him go with a mischievous twinkle in her eyes, and before I could react, she let out a teasingly exaggerated sigh. “Awwww, young love,” she cooed, her voice dripping with mock sentimentality.

I couldn't help but laugh at her antics, the tension of the moment dissipating as her playful teasing washed ov