Chapter 362

I sighed.

"Bjorn..."

"Pleaaase?" I looked at Sebastian. Bjorn had been so happy and well- behaved lately; he had even come to me first and apologized for shouting at the festival.

It was hard for me to say no, especially when he was showing interest in my work Sebastian shrugged.

"It's up to you, but I think it could be a good opportunity for him to learn more about your job."

I decided that Sebastian was right.

Despite my better judgment, I allowed Bjorn to come.

He jumped up from his chair upon hearing the news and raced out of the room, hollering with excitement like I'd just told him we were going to the circus.

Aldric's pack was bigger than I'd expected. The grounds were large and well-kept, the main building an impressive longhouse that spread outward rather than up, surrounded by gardens that were clearly well-tended.

Sebastian pulled in, and a handful of people were moving around near the entrance. Bjorn

way more kids here than

I said. He

"I'll wait at least

"Ten."

"Seven."

laugh. Thankfully, I didn't spot Gideon's car. I took that as a good sign, and didn't hesitate to

Bjorn on the shoulder. Bjorn puffed his chest out like Sebastian didn't already give him enough praise and attention back home.

but I supposed that was

were clustered near the windows and along the walls, the low sound of conversation mixing with the quiet music that was playing in the background. It felt somewhat informal. Aldric left us to mingle while we waited for the main event to begin. Bjorn ran off to greet some of the other kids nearby. I watched him go, then tuned, scanning

an audible sound of disgust and turned away.

"Something on my face?"

nodded

Something wrong

scolded, grabbing

don't know, do you?" He shook his head slowly, and I sighed.

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