“Everett,” Sebastian began, “this is Kiara Vale. Apologies for taking you out of Grandbay for this, but I figured it might be less stressful on everyone to introduce you in a more intimate setting.”

“Welcome to Eastpeak. I’m Everett March, Alpha of the Eastpeak Pack, and this is my mate, Aislin Mundy. I take it your search for your mother Muriel has led you here?” said Everett.

I nodded once.

Everett extended his hand. I thought he was going for a handshake, but instead, it was ...