His insides twisted, and bile threatened to rise in his stomach. He’d never lay his hands on any woman. No matter the situation. He frowned as he faced Victoria. “What the hell are you doing here?” “I heard about what happened to Kelsey’s mom. I wanted to make sure Ms. Mayfield was all right.” A coy Victoria looked wounded. No. He wouldn’t fall for her I’m-so-innocent bullshit act. He’d been there too many damn times. Kelsey leapt to her feet and jumped in Victoria’s face. “What the hell did you do to my mother?” “Nothing. I tried to help her. I was the one who called the cops after I saw a wolf run away. I think you should be thanking me. I saved her life.” Victoria’s smile widened as if she were proud. Kelsey rolled her eyes. “You don’t fool me for a second.” “You know this woman?” Kelsey’s mom groaned as she sat up in the bed. “Yes, she’s my ex-girlfriend,” Brandon muttered. Ms. Mayfield’s lips tightened into a thin line. “Then why is she hanging around?”
