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.

cell phone from the drawer and dial Tessa's number for the hundredth 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

asks, trying but failing to hide the desperation

she's not reckless enough to stand outside the hornets'

worry," I reassure him with empty words before we say our goodbyes and hang up. I don't know if she will

mind link Amari and Cora

We will be there soon," Amari's sweet voice rings

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.

weeks to meet with Blood River. I spoke to Alexandros, he is going to meet us there," I explain, looking back and forth between

going too?” Cora looks confused as to why she would need to be at

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

and nods, understanding that we don't have much of

in Tessa's absence. I also make sure to remind them that under no circumstances are they to interact with Iokaste other than to

Bronx's POV

line three for you,” Carly's voice comes over the intercom, “It is

my brow, "What is her

"Yes, sir. Edna Kirby.”

I funded having a boarding house built for a foundation that houses women who are victims of domestic violence. I had told the head of

I do my

so I will get to the point. The

unsure of

of the ribbon cutting and realized I knew exactly how I