FIFTY FIVE

Derek

I was just entering my home from inspecting the borders when I saw my mother storming down the steps.

I gaped at her; she looked furious, more so than I had ever seen her in my life.

“Mother,” i stopped her from leaving. “What happened?”

“What do you think happened, Derek? It’s Gerard! Again! And his damned spies!” She looked furious. “Simon sent me a letter.” She handed it to me.

I read through the letter quickly and immediately the words stood out to me.

‘A maid from the Beta’s home came here asking Alisha questions. I managed to send her away but she might raise suspicions.’

Alisha.

I growled in response, turning right around and walking out of the house. I could hear my mother following me as we went right to the pack clinic.

My urge to tear out Gerard’s throat and get him out of the way once and for all rose within me.

He dared to spy on Alisha?!

What nerve!

We entered the pack clinic, hearing my mother call out to Doctor Simon.

As soon as I spotted him leaving the office i