Their Secret Obsession by Pippa Moon

"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."

and pulling her against his chest and away from our father's touch. As grateful as I was for him sheltering her, I felt a pang of jealousy

My father announced, his eyes awash

to stay silent, not trusting myself 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 table, nestling her in my lap. She looked exhausted. I knew she wouldn't sleep, but I could take some of the burden and let her rest

having the decency

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

give a

will forever be grateful for that. As he should be reminded her, feeling better seeing the corners of her lips twist into

choose between giving up the bond she shares with Knox and I. Or giving

such a decision." My mother whispered. "I am so sorry Charlotte." My mother

been given

father questioned, his tone tight and laced

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