Chapter 27
The next day at the Royal Pack palace, Stephen was buried in kingly duties when he suddenly sensed a sharp shift in magical energy ripple across his office. He snapped his head up as a shimmering portal tore open in the middle of the room. A flash of excitement washed over him when he recognized the familiar silhouettes of Eddie and Kalea stepping through—but as his gaze shifted to the heavy luggage in their hands, his brows furrowed in confusion.
“Kalea, Edward… what on earth are you two doing here? And why the bags?” Stephen asked, rising from his desk to greet them. He pulled Kalea into a tight embrace before exchanging a firm handshake with Eddie.
“We’re sorry to drop in unannounced, Grandpa, but we’re in a bit of a jam and urgently need Nana’s help,” Kalea replied, her v
