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Unlike Ben and Phoebe, I got no sleep, but it was worth it.
Alex and I are in a steady position with stolen kisses and some very sexy promises. I know Ben’s desperate for some alone time with me, though, and I feel the same way. He’s stretched thin at work, so I’m hopeful that tonight may be our night to connect a little.
“Maia Blake,” a familiar voice calls. My legs quiver as I rise back up to greet our solicitor.
Penelope Fawley is one of the partners of the firm, the only woman who is, and she used to be human like me. She’s got a vast knowledge of the wolf and human laws, and genuinely seemed to care about my case when we met.
She’s in her late forties and is a beautiful woman with a set of triplet mates. She’s got no children of her own, but her record shows how fiercely she fights for everyone else’s.
Today, she’s wearing a full suit, the red looking good against her dark skin, and her braids are tied up in a high ponytail. Her full lips are accentuated with the bright red lipstick, and honestly, I’d pay her another fee to wear this in court when she kicks their asses.
She’s fierce.
The electronic doors open once more, and Topher steps in first, with Seb and Ben flanking either side of him. The quadruplets—Alex included, even with being by my side—are a sight to behold.
They seem to have picked up on Penelope’s theme because they look determined.
They all often wear tailored suits that make them look like they’ve just walked out of a magazine, but today, there’s an air of power about them, a very obvious air, as they walk. Eyes are drawn to them, you can’t deny their presence.
My eyes in particular.
Their light brown hair is styled perfectly the same way, and they’ve even got matching silver cufflinks on their grey suits.
They’re hot.
And they’re all mine.
“Just in time,” Alex says, nodding at Topher. My eldest mate returns it, and the six of us follow our solicitor down into a meeting room. Mine and her heels click in sync.
Seb moves to my side, taking my hand in his larger one, rubbing at my skin with his thumb. Alex has Phoebe in one hand, the other resting at my back, as he all but propels me forward.
Ben and Topher take up the rear, and I feel safe.
I just wish my brain would get the memo.
“Now, I’m glad that you called immediately,” Penelope says, closing the door behind us. The meeting room is quite large, which is strange since there’s only us and one of her assistant’s in here.
We’ve met Lily before, although it was brief, and I’m not sure what she does for the company. Whether she’s a lawyer, too, or a paralegal, or just Penelope’s assistant.
She’s around my age, with bright green eyes and gorgeous ginger hair. We’ve got similar ringlets, although she’s a lot paler than I am. There’s beautiful freckles across her face, and she seems pretty quiet.
“Did you bring the documents you were served with for me?” Penelope asks, drawing my attention away from Lily.
I nod, and with shaky hands, I try to grab the bag from the floor. I fumble and drop it on my foot, tears stinging at my eyes as the panic truly sets in.
There’s no escaping it now.
Not until Penelope reassures me everything is going to be okay.
“I’ve got it,” Topher soothes, lifting the bag up and pulling the envelope out, as he sends a wave of love through our bond. He hands it over to Penelope before placing his arm around the back of my chair.
Seb’s standing near the doorway, with a good view of the room, whereas the rest of us are sitting down in the chairs surrounding the long table.
Phoebe’s on top of the table, still asleep, with Alex on the end. I’m next, with Topher, and then Ben, who is closest to Lily.
“Thank you, Christopher.” Penelope’s tone is cool and professional, and I’m worried that she seems so relaxed about the whole thing.
She turns to Lily and asks her to go make copies of it so that we can keep the original. Lily nods and scurries out of the room, her feet dragging as the heels click on the floor.
