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Chapter 17

Author: Quay
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MILA

I always felt a bit out of place working the dinner shift at the packhouse. Not only did being near Gabe make me smile uncontrollably, but the weird way Tyler had been acting made me uncomfortable. Aside from the constant bullying at school, he watched me like a hawk at the packhouse, always finding ways to subtly touch my hand when I’m placing down plates or pouring his drink. Tonight was no different.

As I walked into the dining room, I froze at the sound of my name, and the pitcher I was carrying slipped from my grasp, crashing to the floor. I had been trying not to listen from the kitchen, but these walls apparently aren’t wolf proof. Even the kitchen staff had thrown sympathetic glances my way before I came out.

“I…I’m…sorry,” I stammered, my cheeks flushing with embarrassment. “I’ll clean it right away.”

“Mila…” I heard Gabe’s concerned voice as he moved to help me, but Luna Emily stopped him.

“No,” Luna Emily said coldly. “Let her do it alone. It’s her job, Gabriel.”

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Quay

Looking like something is cooking up. Do you think Tyler's going to tell her now that they are alone? I guess something could possibly happen.

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