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“I will.” Crawford insisted. “And Eldrige as well. Between the two of us we will make sure you learn all that we have to teach you.”
“Will it really be that easy?” Noah asked him. “Aren’t you the leader of the council?”
“I am, but I can lead them from anywhere.” Crawford grinned in response. “Plus, should it not be my responsibility to see to my queen.” The smirk on his face sent a clear message to Noah, he would not be kept away.
“Fine, if we have the who settled, then we need to work on the when.” Joaquin interjected before they could argue with each other.
“We need to leave soon. We don’t have a lot of time.”
“What? Why would you say that Riviana?” Shane asked me from near the door.
“I don’t want to give Edmond time for another plot.” The looks that they all had in response to those words told me all I needed to know. We all wanted to stop that bastard, and soon.
“Then I suggest we leave next week. That will give us time to sort things out, say goodbyes, and be on our way.” Joaquin’s face was filled with determination. He was ready and raring to go.
“Which of us is going?” Shawn asked, curiosity and determination warring for dominance on his face.
“Who would want to go?” I asked. “I am not going to force any of you to go. All of you have mates now. Most of you have just found them.”
“It is our duty to go.” Vincent declared before any of them could say anything.
“He’s right.” Shawn added.
“Our mates will understand.” David grinned.
“You won’t get rid of us that easily.” Shane joked.
“Why do I get the feeling that I will have to stay behind?” Noah grumbled.
“Well, you are my Beta, it’s your job to run things while I am away.” Joaquin sounded innocent but the smug look on his face told a different story. He was just glad to be getting away.
“Fuck you Fang.” Noah joked with him. “You’re just going to treat this like it’s a vacation.”
“Don’t be sad Droopy, I have to follow my Queen, it’s my job as the King after all.”
“Stop fighting boys. Geez, can’t you stop arguing anymore. I’m gonna have to separate you aren’t I? Pluto you stay here while I take Goofy with me. Sound like a plan?”
“You’re calling me Goofy?
“Why do I have to be the pet?” They both exclaimed at the same time. I couldn’t help it, I laughed.
“Joaquin, of course you’re goofy, you always make me laugh. And, well, Noah, you are his Beta, you can’t have a higher status.”
“I’ll give him the name of Goofy, I don’t want it.” Joaquin yelled.
“Oh stop it. It’s a done deal now.” I was grinning still. “So it’s settled, we leave next week.” That brought the discussion to an end. I was glad we figured out our next move.
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Riviana
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Since we had gotten home it had been quite busy. Consequently, I had not had the time to talk to or see my family since. Lila was there to help us with the kids when we first got home, but since then, I hadn’t seen her much either.
What did this mean for me? It meant that I hadn’t told any of them about the baby yet. They were all still excitedly awaiting the baby but I hadn’t had the chance to tell them the truth. I just knew they were going to be upset.
Joaquin and I had asked everyone to please keep it quiet and let us tell our family. Noah and Carter already knew, but Mom and Dad, Grandfather, Lila, and Nikki did not. I had a feeling that the conversation about the baby was going to be a hard one.
I had sent word to everyone to please come for dinner that night. My parents and the others would come for a nice meal. Lila was already here but we would all eat together and discuss things.
There were other things to talk about as well. We needed to discuss the community construction and the running of the pack while we were gone. This was going to be a busy night.
Dinner started and things went smoothly. We sat together in the dining room surrounded by loved ones and delicious food. There were plenty of smiles and relieved feelings with the kids home and safe.
The cheerful laughing atmosphere was almost hypnotic. I really didn’t want it to end, but I had to be the bearer of bad news and darken that happy mood. I cleared my throat so we could begin the discussion that we needed to have.
“Ok, everyone, there are a few things that Joaquin and I need to discuss with you all.” I got them focused on me so we could move things along easier.
“Important business?” Grandfather asked, his old days as a beta still fresh in his mind as he thought of the situation.
“Yes.” Joaquin answered for me.
“Has something else happened?” Mom was worried, fear filling her eyes.
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