I moved quickly, hurrying to catch up with her. Roman was behind me, but, seeing Alice connect with Julian with no issues, I turned to Roman.
With haste, I told him, “Maybe it’s best if you leave us for the night, Roman. Alice is having some trouble, and you seem to be the trigger…”
“But…”
“I know you want to help, but trust me, okay?” I said. “Please.”
Fortunately, he stopped following us then, and I hurried along to catch up with Alice, who was still in Julian’s arms. She was crying, her little shoulders shaking, but I didn’t spot any werewolf traits, for which I am grateful.
“I want you to be my daddy,” she said into his shoulder.
Julian was good with her, gently patting her back while holding her close.
“I’m sorry, sweetheart,” he said. “Things don’t always work out like that…”
