“Thank you for the help, Brody,” I said quickly, giving him an apologetic smile. “Anytime,” he said in return giving me a broad grin. “I need to go, this spell to shield my scent is going to wear off soon and I need to reapply it.” My frown deepened as I looked up at him. “You know, you should
Enzo’s POV Lila sat with me on my bed as I called my mother. She answered on the second ring. “Enzo? Hi, sweetheart,” she said on the other end of the phone. “How are you doing?” “I’m afraid this isn’t a casual phone call,” I told her gently. “I’m calling because I need a favor.” “Of course,
“Yes…” she breathed. “Good witches are a rarity these days,” she agreed. “If anything happens to me, this village will fall…” “That’s one of the reasons why keeping you protected is so important to me. Not just for your well-being, but my mother’s too. I know what’s at stake and I can promise you…
Lila’s POV I woke up the next morning feeling a little uneasy. I had a bad feeling, but I couldn’t figure out why. It had to be more than just my nerves; though, I knew what my nerves were trying to tell me, my gut felt like it was telling me something different. Enzo was gone for the morning ge
“Almost,” she said, stepping away from us. “I just wanted to grab a snack.” “Then how about you grab a snack and finish your homework,” my mother said to her. Corrine rolled her eyes but then gave me a small smile before going toward the kitchen; I chuckled as I watched her leave. Enzo soon wa
Lila’s POV My mother chuckled. “It took a lot to not say anything,” my mother said; my father looked like he wanted to laugh as well but refrained from doing so. Instead, he looked at Enzo with a soft expression. “I knew you were the right one to take care of her,” my father said to him. “I
It felt amazing. “I couldn’t have chosen a better Alpha for you myself,” my father said, glancing between the two of us with fondness all over his face. “I’m so very happy for you, Lila Bean.” I felt elated at his acceptance. “Thank you, Dad,” I said with tears forming in my eyes. “Welcome t
Lila’s POV I looked at Enzo with a worried look, but he didn’t appear as worried. “How much do you know about the new professor at Lila’s school? The one who took over for me?” Enzo asked in return. My father’s frown deepened. “The school board did the hiring of this one,” he answered. “I do