15

KNIGHT

“Mr. Blackwell, welcome to Case Restaurant.” He offered his hand.

“Thank you.” I shook his hand hesitantly, but he was in a pack. I could smell that.

“Oh, you two have met.” My cousin had just arrived, or she was already here.

“Yeah.” I was still confused, and the man didn’t introduce himself.

“I’m Case Woodrow.” He smiled as he must have seen the look on my face.

“You’re the owner.” My pulse accelerated. I looked at Kailin, and she just shut her mouth.

“Yes, son. And you’re an alpha.”

“Yes. White Moon from California.” I paused for a moment to gather my bearing. “Can we speak in private?”

“Of course. My office is downstairs. Follow me.” He gestured as he led me the way.

Before Kailin could follow Case, I held her wrist. “You knew?”

“Obviously, I can smell him.”

I tightened my grip around her. “Are you going to tell me about this?”

She met my gaze, and I instantly saw the guilt in her eyes. “I promised Case I won’t tell what we are to his granddaughter.”

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