"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."

are." Kane cut her off, moving to stand beside Lottie, his arm circling her tiny waist 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

father announced, his eyes awash with

make a choice, as per the Moon Goddesses demands, yes?" Kane started to say. I decided 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

the decency to sound sheepish

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

don't give a shit,"

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

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

make such a decision." My mother whispered. "I am so sorry Charlotte." My mother lowered her eyes, not

been given

demon?" My father questioned, his tone tight and

pups,, and keep us together... but it will costzus in the long run," Kane replied. Ultimately, I was grateful for

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