Their Secret Obsession by Pippa Moon

Chapter 0250

Kane POV

"Okay, I have so many ideas," Connie beamed, excitedly ticking off options on her fingers: "There's the classic A-line, then maybe something with layers of tulle, or what about a sequined mermaid gown?" Her enthusiasm had made me nervous about how long we would As she nodded for the girl assisting her to follow her into the room, I held my hand up to stop the young assistant, who couldn't have been more than eighteen. She looked dead on her feet, and I could hear her stomach growling from where I sat.

be staying and what this was all going to cost.

"Have you eaten?" I questioned her, watching her face for any sign she might be lying. When she shook her head, her stomach betrayed her with another groan. "Don't lie to me," I insisted.

"She needs to lose a few pounds. Who cares," Connie scoffed nastily, grabbing the girl's arm and pulling her toward the dressing room.

"This is going to be our Luna?" Rolo asked as anger flared within me at Connie's callous remark. Fat-shaming the assistant was not only cruel but could have a lasting impact on the young girl.

"We need to intervene to teach Connie a lesson she won't soon forget." he added his temper rivalling my own.

"I agree." I concluded as I watched the curtain close. This woman was a direct representation of me right now, and I would not stand for bullying of any kind. She was old enough to know better. I had been a dick to Lottie and Lilly growing up, but I tried to reason with myself that it always came from a place of brotherly love. Something that I knew was twisted, given that Lottie was now the absolute love of my life. Regardless of my past errors, I would strive to do better to ensure that I never ignore such cruelty. That was the leader I wanted to be, the fatherly figure I needed to be for those who looked up to me and my own pups.

Stepping out of the store, I was met by the security guard whom I was also paying to keep the place open. He was a sturdy man; his uniform stretched taut over broad shoulders and a barrel chest, his expression weary but alert.

you are free to help me teach my girl a lesson in manners?" I asked, and after a quick chat, he agreed to oblige

later, Connie continued to ramble on, oblivious to my absence. She emerged from the dressing room in another ludicrous gown, this one a cascade of frills and rhinestones that seemed to please her. As she spun in front of the mirror, the security guard entered, carrying a tray of food he had gathered

what was coming. Connie, suddenly noticing the food, rushed over with

The guard offered, holding up a sandwich to the young girl, who eyed it nervously and then looked at

dibs? Like she needs the carbs." Connie growled,

okay, thank you." The young girl, I now knew as

is asking for it tonight." Rolo laughed, already on board with my

grabby hands for the snack. The shock on both female's faces was enough to irritate me. Did Connie not

am right." Connie laughed and pushed in front to grab the sandwich again, but

The anger I had held back for so long now

you learn to treat people with respect," I

my feet and seize my so-called mate. Spinning her around, I hauled her bony ass towards the fitting room. My large body covered the exit and her escape and forced her to stare at

You could take a page out of her book, okay? She looks amazing." I heard the soft inhale of shock from behind me,

eyes alight with jealousy and rage

was a better answer than throwing Emily under the bus and embarrassing her further with the attention of my crazed mate. My eyes watched Connie smugly. Because I obviously wouldn't fuck a badger, but I

She taunted, her way of

welcome you with open arms. You are cruel. You are going to represent our family, do you get how important that is won't have you treat people like this.