In the hallway, Joana and Steve faced each other, their shoulders sagged, their head bowed dejectedly but on their faces were wide smiles.
“I heard of the kidnap of your daughter.” The head guard said, approaching them.
“No, it’s fine.” Joana sniffed in the non-existent liquid in her nose.
“We would want to be left alone for a while,” Steve said grimly and the guard bowed.
“The Alpha and the council of elders await you in the Alpha’s court.” He said before turning away.
“We will respond in a bit.”
“Are our packages ready?” Steve whispered to his mate, after responding to the guard.
“Yes, they are.” Joana’s head bobbed in response so it looked like she was getting consoled by her mate.
“Good, we move tonight.” He showed her his hand and she held on to it. “Let’s go see what t
