Moments of Doubt
Kiara
Later in the evening, Alejandro had told me about the Alpha of the Shadow Wolves Pack coming down in three days’ time. I had been about to tell him something earlier, but he had cut me off… and I couldn’t even remember what it was.
What was it? Something told me it had been important…
I shook my head to clear my mind as I looked at the grocery list that Claire had prepared.
Maria, Rayhan, Del, and the kids would be coming tomorrow, including Raihana and Chris, so it was going to be a full house. I was looking forward to it, knowing the merriment of more of our family together would help everyone.
“Perfect, I think you have everything covered,” I commented, glancing over at Claire. Even after a long day, her white hair was in perfect position, all neatly tucked up into a bun.
“The desserts for when the Alpha of the Shadow Wolves Pack comes are still undecided, Luna.”
“Hmm, let’s go for-”
“Victoria sponge, crème brûlée and of course trifle.” I turned as Azura walked into the room, a few stray leaves stuck in her hair.
“Oh, yummy.” I smiled.
“Can we get a chocolate gateau, too?” She added, looking up at me as she strode over to us, hands lockedbehind her back. I chuckled, picking out the dried leaves from her hair.
“Of course we can, Madam Azura Rayne. Now tell me, why does my little sister have leaves in her hair?”
“Oh, I was climbing on the roof, and I fell into the tree.” Concern flooded me. As much as I knew those children were tough as cookies, it still worried me.
“You need to be careful, Azura.”
“Don’t worry, Dad and Alejandro were nearby, and Dad caught me!” I smiled in amusement, removing the last of the leaves.
“Well, since you are here, is there anything you fancy for tomorrow’s dinner?” She tilted her head.
“Let’s make sure Dante’s and Kat’s favourites are on the menu,” she said with a nod.
“And what of yours?” I asked.
“Well, me and Sky are okay without. We just want them to get better soon…” She furrowed her brow, and I stroked her head.
“You are such a sweetie, Zuzu,” I whispered, hugging her tightly.
“Oh, Goddess, please don’t call me that! I’m not a baby anymore,” she groaned.
“You still call Liam, Wiyam.” I smiled, tugging her cheek.
“I do, but it’s cute.” She shrugged.
“Just like you,” I replied with an amused smile.
I wondered who she got her hair from. Neither Mom nor Dad had dark hair… odd. I shook my head at the random thought, turning back to the list and adding a few more items to it.
“I’ll add the desserts and their favourites down, Luna,” Claire reassured me. I nodded before motioning to Azura to follow me back to the lounge.
“It’s nice to see my two girls hanging,” Dad said. I smiled at him as Azura ran over and hugged him. He kissed her forehead, giving her a small smirk.
“Of course, we hang out often, Daddy. You just never pay attention to it. You’re busy looking at Mama,” she stated, sitting down next to him.
“Oh, really? I can multitask pretty well. Mind games won’t work on me.”
