POV: Avery
Avery never thought a school event could make him nervous.
He had faced rogue attacks.
He had negotiated peace agreements between packs.
He had stood before councils filled with powerful Alphas.
None of those things bothered him.
Yet somehow, standing outside Karite Elementary School while waiting for six energetic children to perform in front of their families had his stomach tied in knots.
“You look terrified.”
Lila appeared beside him carrying a basket of snacks.
Avery rolled his eyes.
“I’m not terrified.”
“You absolutely are.”
“I am not.”
Lila laughed.
“You’ve fought rogues without blinking, but six five-year-olds singing on a stage has you sweating.”
Avery opened his mouth to argue before realizing she was right.
He was nervous.
Mostly because those six chi
