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Ella’s POV

Jake says curiously “I didn’t know you had a guardian”

“I didn’t. Linda just started today. She and Stephanie will be taking shifts” I said while taking the seat opposite from him.

“Is everything ok?” he asks in concern.

I exchange looks with Linda. Should I tell him? Well, since we are going to see each other almost everyday, he kinda deserves an explanation.

“Don’t worry it’s just a precaution. I was attacked by someone at my old pack, and we haven’t been able to identify him yet” I said nonchalantly, trying not to make a deal out of it so they don’t catch how much it actually terrifies me.

He paused for a second to process what I said “Well, you don’t have to worry while I’m here, I can take whatever comes through that door”

I heard Linda snort from the sofa. Jake turns around slowly and looks at her.

“Something funny?” he asks with raised eyebrows.

“You don’t need to protect her while I’m here” she answered in a cocky tone.

“That’s what I’m saying. You don’t ne