Chapter 210

Caroline's POV My scream echoed through the office as I stared in horror at the mutilated doll inside the box. Its head had been viciously torn off, one eye gouged out, an arm ripped away with stuffing spilling from the ragged opening. The once-white fabric was stained with what looked like blood, and worst of all, the doll strongly resembled Liam's favorite toy. Nina quickly covered the box and pulled it away from me, but not before I snatched the card tucked inside. The office door burst open as Draven rushed in, Ryan right behind him. Seeing my tear-streaked face, Draven dropped to his knees beside me, cradling my face in his hands. "What happened?" he demanded, his eyes flashing violet with concern. I couldn't speak through my sobs. Terror for Liam consumed me. "It's my fault, Alpha," Nina said, guilt heavy in her voice as she held the box. "I should have insisted she wait." Ryan approached Nina and lifted the cover, revealing the grotesque contents. "What the fuck is this?" he his