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Chapter 13: Dinner Party

Author: Theresa Oliver
last update Last Updated: 2022-04-15 14:02:27
When Lacey walked in, Julien sat at the head of the long dining table, and Scar was sitting kitty-corner from him to his right. Their heads were together, obviously enjoying a private joke, and she wondered if they were laughing about her. Julien looked up and his mouth nearly fell to the floor when he saw her.

Scar looked her over, her lips curling in disgust. "What is she doing here."

Suddenly, everyone's eyes were on her.

"Lacey! I'm glad you could join us!" Julien quickly closed the gap between them, and then looked at the pack filling the room, all dressed in their finest attire. It was clear that they were having a dinner party, and no one came for her. "Everyone, this is my new pledge and your future Alpha Queen, Princess Lacey Taregon."

A rumble of welcome resonated throughout the room, but Lacey noticed that few met her gaze.

"Lacey, I'm glad you're here. Maybe you can help settle an argument between Scar and me." Julien led her to a seat at the table to his left.

Lacey smile
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