“Don’t worry,” John tried soothing Isabel’s nerves. “Everyone is just really curious about you,” he held her hand in his but had to let go as he parked the car. “Stay where you are,” he breathed, jumping out of the car to run around to place himself in front of Isabel.
“Welcome home,” Chloe grimaced, looking at Isabel with something resembling pity. “We’ll see if you like it here,” she continued as she opened her door to get out.
“Hi everyone!” John greeted his pack, his back pressed against Isabel’s door. “I promise, you will all get to meet Isabel later on today, but right now, I think the closest family will be enough. So please, go on with your duties, and we’ll see you later.” He waited until most of them had started to walk away before turning around to open her door, offering her
