“We’re just a bit stuck in a situation here,” Benjamin says gruffly. “She’s known as the Bardulf’s adopted daughter. Word spread after the young Alpha’s ceremony that you two were mates. She’s got my eyes, which you say can’t be denied. I won’t have it said that I gave up my only daughter, not without good reason.”
Seth reaches up and pinches the bridge of his nose. This clearly isn’t how he expected the evening to go, but Benjamin has a knack for getting straight to business.
Lily speaks up, her hand landing on Benjamin’s on the table. “There are bigger concerns,” she says and everyone looks to her to explain. “Witches aren’t always accepted. If the wolves know that you have magic, it could put you in danger.”
“I’ve considered that,” Seth says. “Alex said he would keep what sh
