Forever in the Past and Forever in the Future

Chapter 27

Katherine's POV

"They offered us accommodations at the Blood River pack house?” I ask suspiciously.

“Yes, Luna. They said they have plenty of room and would be honored to have the entire team there. If we would rather stay at a hotel, they will make those arrangements, too. We just have to let them know how many suites we need," my assistant says through the phone.

"I think the packhouse would probably be the best option," I think about Cora, who will need to come with us, being able to shift on Blood River's extensive territory. I also selfishly think about the opportunity to get to see Iokaste in person.

"Yes, ma'am.”

“Sarah, how did they know we were wolves? How did they know to offer us a place in the packhouse?”

“I didn't think to ask, Luna, but Mister Mason's assistant was very nice. She sent pictures of the suites we would stay in and everything.” I smirk at her innocence, “Alright, please request a block of eight suites."

“Yes, Luna. Oh also, Alexandros left a message. He says his team has scoured the eastern seaboard of the United States with no luck. They are moving to the Midwest but they are pretty sure Tessa must be headed to wherever Iokaste is,” her tone turns more serious as she relays the message.

"Alright, I will contact him about our upcoming trip to Blood River. Please complete the travel arrangements. Cora is coming, so we need the large jet in case she needs room to shift."

“Yes, Luna,” she replies obediently before hanging up.

time since she drank from the Journeyer's Cup. Straight to voicemail. I sigh before calling Alexandros. I can hear the exhaustion in his voice. Not having Tessa with him is wearing on him. She has to know that. It

heard from her?” he asks, trying but failing to hide the desperation in

not reckless enough to

empty words before we say our goodbyes and hang up. I

Amari and Cora to join me in

in the greenhouse. We will be there soon," Amari's sweet voice rings through the mind link. Which gives me time to

they finally get to the office, I see Cora has let someone care for her dreadlocks and finally took a proper shower. She is wearing a loose t-shirt and running shorts. I notice she still won't wear shoes, but at least Amari convinced her to try the clothes on for size and she liked them. In the couple of weeks she has been home, she has spent most of her time in wolf form, but when she is in human form, she stays with Amari during the days to take advantage of her healing power. At night, she sleeps in my apartment. I can still feel her pain from the loss of losing

are going to the United States in two weeks to meet with Blood River. I spoke to Alexandros, he is going to meet us there," I explain, looking back and

am going too?” Cora looks confused as to why she

opportunity to summon Iokaste here,” I give Amari a scornful look, "So we need to go

sigh and nods, understanding that we don't have

sure to remind them that under no circumstances are they to interact with Iokaste other than to greet her as Blood River Luna. They both agree, but I

Bronx's POV

three for you,” Carly's voice comes over the intercom, “It is the woman from the boarding house

I furrow my brow, "What is

"Yes, sir. Edna Kirby.”

of domestic violence. I had told the head of the foundation

I do my best to sound friendly. Admittedly,

and friendly, "I know you are a busy man, so I will get to the point. The other day, I took in a new case. She looked very familiar, but I couldn't remember where I had seen her

I ask unsure of where the conversation

newspaper clipping from the day of the ribbon cutting and realized I knew exactly how I knew her. She is the spitting image of your sister, Lenora,”