Chapter 29
The moment Ryder’s scent faded, Rune slumped against the wall. He was barely holding it together. I needed to get him away from our audience so we could put his pieces back together.
And if I wasn’t much mistaken I was also.... I glanced at my watch. Yep, I was late to my brunch date.
To that end, I tagged Willa. “I’ll be away for a while. You’re in charge. Red-alert status.”
“Alpha. Do you think leaving now is wise?”
Ignoring her valid rebuttal, I continued. “Caitlyn will be shadowing you. I’ve decided it’s time she starts training for the job of Heir’s Beta.”
Which was true...but not the whole truth. Still, it would explain Caitlyn’s presence while I....
Rune tensed and I spun around in time to catch Willa striding through the doorway. Caitlyn was on her heels, but the
