Faith's POV
I dial the number with steady fingers, though my heart pounds against my ribs. Finding Alpha Gerry's mate took weeks of careful investigation, but I'm certain this is her.
"Hello, may I speak to Lia please?" I ask when a woman answers.
"Who's calling?" Her voice carries a sharp edge of suspicion.
"My name is Faith Hart."
"Anyone who actually knows me understands I don't use that name. Goodbye." The dismissal in her tone is immediate.
"Wait!" I rush the word out before she can disconnect. "I'm friends with Alpha Lara. Do you recognize that name?"
Silence stretches between us, but the line remains open. I can hear her breathing, considering.
"I'm currently at the Warrior Academy with Alpha Lara. Does that mean anything to you?" I press.
"What do you want?" The question comes out clipped and defensive.
