#Chapter 161: Recognition and Resistance

Almara’s Pov

“That was productive!” My father says, clicking his seatbelt. We’re back in the car and this trip home is already proving itself to be an odd one.

“It was.” I agree. We signed a three-week contract where I can drop Grace off as need be and pick her up on my own time as long as it’s not after 6pm- which won’t be a problem.

It was a great deal and not only with Grace be introduced to cubs her age, but she’ll get a jump start on th

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