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“ Who knows? Let’s head out. Once they settle in the capital, we’ll run into them often. Also, in a few days, see what rumors circulate. They’ll likely exaggerate Lance’s importance, saying even Germain visits him first when returning to the capital. Wonder if Lycan Erasmus will be pleased, Paisley said.
“No wonder they came. After traveling all the way from their territory, they didn’t settle in first. Eager to visit the Blackthorn Pack for this very reason,” Adelaide remarked.
“Right. Did you send for Ramona?” Adelaide asked.
“People are on the way. She should be here soon,” Paisley replied.
“Good. Let her make a brief appearance in front of Germain. Show there’s still a connection, and see how things develop,” Adelaide said.
Paisley followed her out. “Has Alpha Lance finished his investigation?”
Adelaide nodded. “He’s looked into it. Ramona is about seventy to eighty percent reliable. But it doesn’t matter. Such cooperator can’t be fully trusted. Neither side will completely trust the other, each keeping their own bottom line.”
Paisley understood this well. As they exited, they saw Ramona and Dorothy approaching.
“Luna Adelaide, Paisley!” Ramona greeted with a bow.
Adelaide acknowledged with a nod. “You’re here?”
“Yes, Paisley invited me,” Ramona said.
Paisley said, “I asked her to come. Let’s go this way.”
Dorothy attempted to follow but was halted by Adelaide. “Has Ramona found a mate?” she asked.
“Not yet,” Ramona replied.
Adelaide frowned. “Alright. Just leave.”
“Yes, ma’am.” Dorothy stepped back and joined Paisley and Ramona.
A sly smile crossed Dorothy’s face. Clearly, Alpha Lance had mentioned Ramona. Otherwise, Adelaide wouldn’t have asked these questions.
Maya happened to be in the backyard and witnessed Ramona and Paisley chatting as they walked.
She smiled faintly and said to Ivy beside her, “I’m a bit tired. I’ll head back to rest.”
Ivy responded with a smile, “If you’re tired, go ahead and rest,”
The Germain family also took their leave. Paisley hadn’t exchanged a single word with her cousin, Sadi .
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This irritated Sadi. She had known Paisley lived in the Blackthorn Pack since arriving in the capital and had hoped to build a good relationship for casier access.
Unexpectedly, Paisley avoided her completely, showing no regard for etiquette.
Lance and Adelaide spent half their holiday entertaining the Germain family.
Priscilla was also annoyed and complained about how tiresome the Germain family was, feeling she had to step in to host them.
“Such heartless men, I despise them. Germain is the brother of the old Lycan King, yet he lacks the old Lycan King’s character. He tortured his partner to death–a real brute,” she said.
Susan tried to console her. “They came especially to visit you. It’s fitting for you to host, as Alpha Lance and Luna Adelaide are their juniors. Your presence is just right, and it’s also a help to Alpha Lance and Luna Adelaide.”
“I know, but it just makes me so mad.I really feel like slapping Germain twice,” Priscilla said with an ugly look on her face.“There are plenty of heartless men in this world, but not many are as cruel as he is.
Susan thought to herself, “You haven’t met that many men either.”
Lance took Adelaide back to the villa.
He said, “Let’s change clothes and go out. We’ll dine outside tonight.”
“Where to?” Adelaide asked.
Lance replied, “I planned to take you out today, but they delayed us. Only half a day left. We can’t go far. Let’s go to Yellowstone Mountain to see the maple leaves. I heard they’re excepționally red this year.”
With one thing after another, they’d barely had time to foster their relationship.
Today, with no other plans, Lance wanted to spend some quality time alone with her.
Eugene had recommended a quiet and cool spot, ideal for a half–day autumn outing to enjoy the maple leaves–a far better option than staying in the pack.
Adelaide responded with an “Oh,” and asked, “But Paisley’s chatting with Ramona. Should we wait for her?”
Lance said, “Why wait? Just the two of us. No omega, no werewolf guards, not even Beata.”
“Oh, when are we coming back? I was thinking since you’re on leave today, we could pick up Cedric together. He’ll be boarding next month. And if we don’t bring Paisley, she might be upset.”
Beata overheard their conversation. Initially delighted that Lance was free and taking his mate soon frustrated by Adelaide’s response.
she was
Lance clearly wanted to be alone with her, aiming to build their relationship and create cherished memories .
Adelaide seemed utterly devoid of romance.
Lance said, “Everything’s arranged. I’ll join you next leave to pick up Cedric. As for Paisley , she’s busy
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chatting with Ramona. Let’s not disturb them. Come on, change into something comfortable for horseback riding. Let’s leave now and try to be back before sunset.
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Eugene had mentioned that watching the sunset from the Yellowstone Mountain’s waist was breathtaking.
The mountaintop, bathed in golden light, felt expansive and free.