67. Waiting Time

Julian notices the different mood as soon as, near the end of the meeting, Shandra and Julian finally appear. He doesn't know why they are missing, but he can imagine. Not least because a subtle but unmistakable hickey marks the side of the girl's neck.The werewolves said nothing, but their glances indicated that they had also seen and understood their little escapade.

Marcus looks at Sam and says:

"I suppose you've already done what you needed to do."

Total silence.

Sam just lifts his chin.

"I suppose you've already finished your instructions."

"You would have known if you had stayed here," he jokes, winking one eye.

Despite the amused look, it's clear that Alpha is still very down about the loss of his half-brother. That seems to be the only thing keeping the demon from kicking his teeth in.

"Well then. How long will we have to wait?"

"I know that you would immediately set out on your quest, and I can well understand why. However, that will not be necessary. Our information is still