Chapter 55

"Hello, I'm Mary Westin," my mother said, rising to shake hands with what she undoubtedly perceived as an intruder into her home and family night.

"Kelsey Adams. It's nice to officially meet you," she said graciously.

My mom tried to hide the sneer. I knew she wasn't a fan of Kelsey's and had been vocal with Dad and me about running her out of Westin territory, but I also knew Mary Westin would never have been less than hospitable to any shifter in her home, especially one my father invited to join us.

"I invited Kelsey to join us for dinner, sweetie. I hope that's okay." My father offered, simultaneously giving warning for her to behave.

The look she shot back to him promised he'd be explaining himself later.

"Of course. Lily, why don't you grab an extra plate to set for our guest. Kelsey, I know you already know Kyle, and Lily and Elise from work. These are my other sons, Liam and Chase," she offered formally.

we've

then this is Vanessa Relic, a dear friend

to Kelsey instead as I felt a strange emotion ripple through her. Her body was tense and her smile painted on, but to the outside eye, I had no doubt she looked perfectly friendly and normal. I knew with all my being that there was nothing friendly about Kelsey Adams as she politely shook hands with Vanessa, never once dropping her stare. The direct contact only lasted a second as they were

me beside Vanessa, no surprise there, and had Lily sit Kelsey next to her, placing he across from

Vanessa.

mom." I praised her perfectly cooked, juicy turkey with all the fixings. My mother always went above and beyond on Tuesday night family dinners. You'd think

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cheery voice complete with sugary sweet smile before turning her attention to Kelsey. “Kelsey, so tell me, what's it like

forearm.

had known her I had never made my intentions clear.

under the table and I couldn't wipe the grin from my face. I extended my leg feeling triumphant as my one true mate reached for me discreetly with her own

Most of the time he's a complete pain in my ass, though," she replied so sweetly and innocently that I choked on the bite of

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