"Answers?" I asked, arching a brow, my lips pursing into a smug smile. Like we owe him fuck all right now.

"We do not know if Astaroth is telling the truth yet." Lottie pleaded into my mind, surprising me. I had thought Sage was MIA.

"We would like some answers too," Kane interjected, trying to remain the peacemaker.

"Of course, but can they wait?" Mother asked as she motioned towards the table and took a seat herself.

"No," Lottie replied firmly, getting everyone's attention.

"And why is that?" My father and Lottie's Alpha asked, his features softening as he stepped closer to our mate, his hand stretching out to land on her stomach. "Should you be getting worked up?" He added, trying to change the subject.

"If you do not tell Knox the truth right here and now, then I will be forced to make a decision that will cost these." She replied, placing her hand over his. "Their future." Her eyes remained locked on my father's, determination written behind her eyes. "Pardon?" Our mother asked, her eyes widening. "You can't be serious."

father's touch. As grateful as I was for him sheltering her, I felt a pang of jealousy twist

announced,

to handle it as gracefully as he was. Instead, I walked over to where he stood, hogging our girl. Sliding my hand between them, I peeled her from him and lifted her to me as I sat at the

do." My father replied, having the decency to sound sheepish

asked into my mind. Smiling at her, I nodded once. "He is going to be angry." She added before dropping

a shit,"

lips to her temple. "You chose to save me... I will forever be grateful for that. As he should be reminded her, feeling better seeing the corners of her lips

terms state she has to choose between giving up the bond she shares with Knox and

decision." My mother whispered. "I am so sorry Charlotte." My mother lowered her eyes,

we have been given an alternative

My father questioned, his tone tight

it will costzus in the long run," Kane replied. Ultimately, I was grateful for him taking the

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255