Chapter 23 | Unfortunately Yes

Magnolia

The air is thick with tension as the door closes from Xavier Black and his children leaving the dining room because of my father’s command. I notice that my mom’s eyes flicker to my dad’s and for a moment it’s like everything stands still. No one is sure what to do- if we should stay put or if my dad should follow them or… what.

My dad’s voice is hard and demanding as he says, “Magnolia, you need to go somewhere safe. You need to be hidden, just in case, until they’re off our pack grounds. Amelia, take Magnolia-”

My mom interrupts him before he can finish his sentence, “Dear, if you think I’m leaving you then you’re insane.”

He lets out a low growl, annoyed that his mate isn’t doing what he commands. Henry stands as he says, “Alpha Knight, I can take Magnolia to safety.”

Dad nods his head as he says, “Yes, that’s doable. You can keep her safe.”

Charlie shoots up as he says, “I’ll go with them.”

My dad nods his head and Henry grabs onto my arm and Charlie is right behind