“That would be the latter.”
“Figures. … Know what, Bellona; I'm discovering that he really is a piece of work.”
“So … you want to talk about it?”
“No … not really.”
I start to walk away; but, Bellona reaches out and lightly grasps hold of my wrist to stop me from leaving...
“Helena … Walter told me that you threatened to go to Alpha Gordon; and, demand that he kicks Walter out of the pack, or else you won't marry Alan?”
“Yes.”
Bellona starts admonishing me...
“What were you thinking; Helena … don't you know how stupid that was?! You should never make any demands on Alpha Gordon; or, even talk about planning on doing so. I know you must've been pissed at Walter at that moment; but still, that's no excuse for that crazy talk. … Damn it, Helena; you're in no position to be saying s*
