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“Our parents are back in a few days,” Topher says, looking at Alex. “That’s another step we’re going to be accomplishing.”
“What is?” I ask.
“Taking the pack over,” Ben says. “And we should probably ask them about Ryan’s death and all.”
I let go of his hand, giving him a dirty look. “Yeah. Probably.”
“The other options aren’t feasible,” Topher says, scooting his chair back when Ben tries to reach for me. “Not for where we are right now.”
“What if we lose her?” I whisper, my eyes filling with tears as I look at the way my tiny human sleeps. Her soft breaths and adorable little face scrunches.
I can’t bear to lose her.
It would break me.
“We won’t,” Seb promises. His eyes are hazel, the green bright enough that I can see it from here. He’s determined. Angry. “You won’t.”
“Our bond being formed will be an amazing help,” Topher says softly. “But she took on our case knowing where we stand. Penelope has faith she’s going to win this.”
“Should we…” I trail off, biting my lip.
“Should we what, little love?” Kane asks.
“Should we tell them about me seeing Ethan?”
All four men shake their heads, but it’s Alex who answers me. “No. We absolutely cannot share that. We still don’t know how he got onto pack lands, and we do not want to worry anyone.”
I nod slowly. “Okay.”
“Let’s see what else Penelope has to say, then we can go home, okay?” Topher asks, and I nod.
Seb goes to bring her back in, and I listen as Penelope and Lily outline the next steps. They’re going to go over all of the documents that we’ve provided so far and that the Grey’s have filed, looking for any errors, loopholes, or inconsistencies that she can find.
She reassured me that she’s going to craft the briefs using both human and supernatural law, making sure that my status as a human will not be able to be contested again.
Her plan really helps me feel better, and she sounds so confident and sure of the success of it as she speaks. She schedules another meeting two days prior to the court hearing so that we can go over everything properly.
It doesn’t feel like enough time, but everyone else is happy with that timeline.
“But, guys,” Lily says softly as the six of us move to leave. I freeze, turning to face her. “Remember that whilst this is focused on Phoebe, it is going to be hard and taxing for all of you, too.
“You are parents to a newborn, and that’s hard enough. We’re not just preparing for a legal battle—we’re ensuring the well-being of your family. If you need any support or resources, don’t hesitate to ask.”
We nod and leave the office. I’m not sure how confident I feel, but I do think they’ve got it in hand.
“How did that go for you?” Alex asks as we drive away from the law firm. As it was on the way here, it’s just the two of us in the car, with Phoebe in the back.
The other three are in their wolf forms, making sure that there’s no interceptions.
I sigh and curl up on my seat, turning to face him rather than look out the window. It’s been a game I’ve been playing: can I spot the wolves.
“I’m nervous and terrified… and really don’t want to have to see them in court.”
He nods. “I’m sorry, little butterfly.”
“I know you are,” I reply. “I love you.”
His eyes widen, his eyebrows flying up, as his lips part in shock. “You do?”
