Chapter 108

Going back to Aaron’s pack after this time apart feels strange.

And a lot like coming home.

We’re quiet for most of the ride.

It’s pitch black save for the headlights on the vehicles and these backcountry roads are virtually deserted. We’ve nearly

hit a few deer already, and I know Cedric is hoping we do. He

loves fresh venison.

“Take a run when you get home if you’re that hungry,” Aaron warns him. “But don’t dent another truck.”

The guys chuckle. William glances at us in the backseat. “I offered to drive.”

“No. You’re slow as f**k,” Cedric argues. “We wouldn’t make it

home til next week.”

to rib each other goodnaturedly.

guys, which is surprising to say the least. They never really welcomed me in

like an outsider.

the way Aaron has changed toward me.

these wolves are a ‘known’

be that I am

than theirs, comparatively.

I feel lighter than I have

in the rearview.

us, but I can see their headlights in the distance. “Seeing as those SUVS have

“Fair point,” he

two other SUVS escort us. For the event, I expected some show of force, so I wasn’t surprised when he came with

for my benefit?” I ask. “Or are there

ahead. “Better safe

doesn’t answer

eyes and then

court any extras anyway. But there is a pang of

of …whatever our relationship

been trust.

Power and privilege.

Motives and agendas.

Passion and pain.

this is all

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