Opportunities

There is silence in the pub after Glary's loud statement.

Everyone present stares stiffly at the two. Mercedes is also shocked at the Alpha son's statement. Of all she thought Glary was able, this was the last thing she thought he would do. She instinctively increases the distance between them.

“I am Alpha Zane from the Midnight Moon pack mate!” she states firmly, clearly enough to be heard by the bystanders. A buzz goes through the terrace, the tension is palpable. "Come on, take it easy, sit down at the table I've specially set aside, please", the pub owner saves the situation. He rushes forward and gestures to a two-sit table in the far corner. Glary holds the seat for Mercedes, but before helping her sit down, he quickly kisses her head. Mercedes did not see it coming and couldn't avoid it. But the other visitors did notice this intimate gesture.

“Glary, what is all this? I'm here to ask for your help to lift your father's embargo on Zane and me. And what you're doi