“I will.” I gave a curt nod, looking at Del once more. “We will get this shit sorted. How are the pups?”
“Both are doing great; Lola and Rose have taken them for the day,” Rayhan replied, kissing Delsanra’s lips, referring to his Beta couple. I could tell from the way she could barely keep her head up that she was suffering more than Dante.
“I think we need to fucking regroup... can Lola hold down your pack if you five come down here? It might just be easier to deal with stuff if we’re together.”Fuck, those words sounded cheesy as fuck…That annoying smirk of his crossed his lips, but before he could speak, I spoke up, “Don’t go getting fucking ideas, but the pups might just be a little more occupied if they’re together.” Yeah, Lola and Rose had a pup, but still, there were four here…
“I think that would be nice,” Delsanra added, smiling gently. I knew Raihana had cast spells around their pack, but still being in one place may fucking help.
“Well, you can ask Mom what she thinks, too.”
I nodded. I knew Scarlett and Elijah would need to also go back at some point. Liam was working on the case, and although Raven and Damon covered for him, they had six pups between them.
“I’m going to call her now,” I said before ending the call and scrolling to Maria’s number. She answered soon after, seemingly in the kitchen, a place Maria didn’t often go.
“How the fuck did anyone manage to get you into the kitchen?” She smiled slightly, raising an eyebrow.
“Hello to you, too, Alejandro, and no one at all. It’s my personal choice. I was making Delsanra some of her favourite dishes… there isn’t much I can do for her,” she explained as she began to slice some peppers.
“Ah, makes fucking sense… so that pretty son of yours said you wanted to call. You know I’d always have time for you. You should call if you want to.” She smiled and nodded.
“I know you do, but still. I know you are busy… I rang Kiara to ask how you were all doing.”
She looked down at the chopping board, and I took a moment to look her over. In her long-sleeved, high-neck, deep green dress, I could tell she was as skinny as ever. She was getting fucking thinner every time I saw her. I knew the signs of someone losing it all once their mate was gone… and she was getting there. Slowly but surely.
I wished I could tell her to take a chosen mate, although it fucking hurt to even think of that. I knew she was Rafael’s mate, but I also knew he wouldn’t want her to lose herself over him…
“About that, I was thinking you and the kids should come down for a bit. Think you all could use the change of space, and Rayhan’s Beta can hold down the fort there for a bit. I was thinking of asking Raihana, too. I think it would be fucking ideal for everyone.” I smoked my cigarette, waiting for her answer. She nodded her head slowly.
“That’s going to be a lot of children in one place,” she replied with a smile.
“Yeah, well, seems like everyone around is fucking having kids. Besides, they prove for good distraction or entertainment,” I replied, smirking before I frowned. Maria was quite smart and had studied abroad for a few years…
“That is true.”
“Mari... ever heard of a Fuego de Ceniza Pack?” She frowned, tapping her chin.
“No, not that I recall… why?”
“It’s most likely the pack the fucker behind all this shit is from.”
“If I remember anything, I’ll let you know,” she mused thoughtfully. I nodded and sat up.
“Well, I’ll let you go. I need to get some shit sorted. I’ll be expecting you and the kids soon.” She gave me a nod.
“Of course.”
I ended the call and sat back, just as Darien mind-linked me.
I’ve made an appointment with Alpha Kenneth three days from now. Good luck. He’s expecting accommodations.
Ever heard of suggesting a fucking video call?
He said sometimes discussions are better in person, and he has desired to talk to you in person for a while now.I resisted the urge to roll my fucking eyes. He was such a prick.
Did you tell him I desire to fucking kick him in the fucking balls?Darien’s snicker came through the link, and I ran my hand down my face.Yeah, we’ll give them one of the villas. Make sure security is in place. Did he say how long he’ll be around?
Two days and nights.
I hope he had fucking answers… or I was just putting up with his tailored ass for no fucking reason.
