CHAPTER SEVENTY NINE

—HADES

As promised, Doctor Klaus hands me the paternity test results earlier than expected, and as I gaze at the paper, a scoff escapes my lips, transforming into a satisfied smile.

I feel it.

I know it.

I've been waiting six agonizing days for this moment, and the result is more than worth it. I shouldn't have let Alison fool me.

Now, all I need is a break between our marriage, and then I can get Jasmine back. How hard can it be?

I turn to Ezra, who watches me with a knowing glint in his eye.

It's as if he knows exactly what I'm about to ask, so he simply nods in anticipation. I smile, feeling a sense of camaraderie with my trusted friend.

"Good," I say under my breath, my mind racing with the possibilities.

Without hesitation, Ezra and I leave the pack house and hurry to the council meeting I've called. The room is filled with curious faces, all wondering why I've summoned them.

I take in the glares and glowers, my heart pounding with hunger and anticipation.

"I want to propos