*Edric’s POV*
“Did he fūcking say poisoned?” I growled out, making Mother gasp.
“I knew something was up.” She sobbed as father wrapped his arms around her, looking at me with a murderous look. “I felt it. I knew we should have gone, Henry.”
“Athena, please.” He whispered, trying to calm her down. He continued speaking to her, but I focused back on our call.
“Xavier.” I called him again. “Xavier, please tell me what is going on.” I asked him, closing my eyes and taking deep breaths.
Kayshla rubbed my shoulder gently, trying to calm my wolf and I down. Our mate’s touch does that to us and she knows it, but I don’t think it will work this time.
Xavier didn’t answer, making me growl, slamming my fists against the desk. “Xavier!”
“Please calm down, Edric.” Kayshla whispered in my
