Alfonso POV
The longer I sit holding Gemma, the more the sinking feeling sets in the pit of my stomach. Despite my desire not to suspect the worst of my coven members, I reach into my pocket pulling out my phone. I dial my father, and he picks up on the second ring. "Son, I didn't expect to hear from you so soon. I hope you're pampering my daughter-in-law" he says. Gemma smiles and I squeeze her closer to me.
"I promise I will. She was actually resting when I got back to the room, but she's awake now. Before I get to the pampering I need to ask you a question. I know I'm probably being paranoid after everything that happened to Gemma, but I need to put my mind at ease." "What's going on son" he asks, his voice laced with concern.
"One of the servants delivered a tray of food and wine
