Tabitha’s POV
Once the introductions are done, food and drinks start coming out, and the meeting turns into a formal reception. Mom slips into the crowd and starts socializing with the other pack members. Luckily, she is able to work her social butterfly magic and easily blend in to the crowd. As someone who used to be a part of this pack, this is basically just her catching up to old friends. And to others who are not exactly fond of her, well, they don’t dare say anything rude to her face while Alpha Emery is around. At least for now, they treat her with basic civility. That’s good for now.
As for me, I choose to keep to the side of the room and sip my drink quietly. I’m content to watch my mother look more like herself than she has in a long time. It makes me feel a little better. As
