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“All done.” Both of them are smiling at the grainy pictures.
I walk out to the front desk with them. Aurora also acts as a secretary, booking an appointment with the doctor, her, and myself.
“All right, let’s see, I think we should see you in two months, all right?” “What day?I have to go away for a week to visit another pack. It has to be either before or after that week.” The Luna is looking at the dates on the calendar.
“Still hunting?” Aurora’s voice questions out.
“Always.” Luna Catherine and Aurora have a silent moment between themselves before Kennedy barges into the office.
“Oh, I thought I was late.” She sounds breathless, like she was in a rush to get here. Her curly hair is a vision of beauty. The way her dress clings to her body shows off her slim hips and longlegs. No wonder my male loves her. She’s a vision of absolute perfection, her makeup done as if she had professional artists do it.
“We’re just finishing up,” the Luna says.
“I thought you said the appointment was at ten, Cathy?”
“Did I? No, you must have heard me wrong. I said nine–thirty, Kennedy.” Looking at Kennedy, I notice that her neck is not as red and irritated as before. As if it’s been left alone…
“Well, when’s the next appointment?I don’t want to miss it.” She really looks upset.
“It’s in two months. We’ll be away when she goes. Her father will take her.”
“I don’t need to go with you, Cathy. I can just stay here this time, to keep an eye on Kimmy and my little pup.”
“No, Kennedy, I need you with me when we visit the other packs.” The Luna’s voice is tight but restrained.
The Luna and Aurora share another look together.
Kennedy doesn’t even acknowledge my presence. She won’t even look at me as she walks away outside.
“Kimberly, if you have any questions or need anything, or if you just feel weird, please come and see me before our appointment. Or if you just need to
talk about things.”
“You’re so very kind, Rya. We are so thankful you’re back. Would it be okay if I stop by this afternoon at your house? I think maybe we need to have a talk. Just you and I.” Luna Catherine’s voice holds a command in it. She won’t take no for an answer.
“I’m busy this afternoon, sorry.” I don’t want to sit and talk with her. I have nothing to say to them.
“Rya-” Dallas comes out of his office, standing just outside his door.
“Yes, Dr. Valentine?” He’s holding a bundle of paper in his hands.
“Here’s all the papers that need to be filled out. Thanks again for helping me this afternoon.” He hands me the stack of charts, our fingertips touching while he hands me them. A flush creeps along his neck with the contact. I have to look away from him, but I can smell him …
“Well, Rya, another day maybe, when you aren’t too busy.” She doesn’t say it to me; she’s staring down Dallas, a hard look in her eyes, the wolf ascending I can feel vibrations off her skin that she’s sending his way. He holds her stare for a moment before turning around, shutting his office door.
Both of them leave as I shut the door behind them, thankful that they left.
Dallas comes out of his office and leans against the doorframe, arms crossed over his chest, A keen smile spreads wide across his face.
“You better watch yourself with her, Dr. Valentine.” Aurora gives Dallas a bright smile.
“What can shedo to me? I’m the doctor!” They both laugh at that. The way he laughs is contagious, almost pulling me into a laugh….almost.
Dallas takes the stack of papers from my hand, bringing them back into his office.
“if you really need help…”
in, this is all garbage that needs to be shredded. Thanks, anyway. You have a good afternoon, Rya. See you tomorrow,”
“You too, Dalles. Thank you for that.” My eyes meet his in thanks, and another blush creeps on his face. I find that cute in a flattering way.
Arata comes into my office, sipping a fresh cup of tea.
“Don’t you think it’s sweet of Luna Catherine, always bringing Kennedy with her to meet other packs, molding her for her future role as a Luna? You know what i find really nice? That all the Lunas of the other packs hold a nice welcome dinner for them. All the unmated male pack members are expected to show up so they can meet this future Luna Catherine has been dragging her around for years doing this. She refers to it as hunting” Aurora blows on her cup of tea before taking a sip, eyes watching mine. “You didn’t hear that from me.” Before I get to say a word, she turns around, leaving me open
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After finishing with my work, I decide to walk home, just in case the Luna drives by and doesn’t see my car. I don’t want her stopping by.
Nothing but little puddles are left in the wake of the storm. Everything else is dry underneath the sun’s hot eye.
Walking down my driveway, keys jingling in my hands, I notice how the wind lifts the willow tree’s hanging limbs in a gentle dance, swaying back and forth. Green eyes glint at me in the shadow of the tree.
Stepping into the sun, he looks like a vision…a horrible, wonderful vision
“Rya.
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