Derek never believed that he would be so grateful to hear Claire's voice anytime in life. Her statement had saved him making a fool of himself in front of his little witch.

".. wouldn't have happened if you had already told her like I asked you to." He heard his wolf say, and sighed. He would explain that part to her, after the party.

"You should explain everything." Maru opined.

"I can't. Not yet." Derek replied, through their link. He still in dread and fear, not knowing ...