6. The Mother
LORELAI
Kai carried me down the path to my mother’s hut.
There were no words to explain how good it felt being in his arms again. He was warm and strong and everything I had missed.
Well, not everything, one-third of everything, but it was enough for now while we sorted through the shitshow that my father had created.
Vaughn stepped closer on the path, and Kai gave him a warning growl. I shook my head at Kai, whose big body was protecting me from most of the light rain.
“He helped me, Kai. He’s the only one who did. He gave me food and water. He’s good, leave him alone,” I urged, and Kai’s eyes shifted to Vaughn, giving him the once-over.
“Then he will be rewarded for his loyalty. The wolves owe you, human, one favor of your choice,” Kai muttered reluctantly.
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