18

KNIGHT

After lunch, Nirvana had to stay at the restaurant with her grandpa until the afternoon. Kailin and I went to the hotel suite she booked for herself. At the same time, Zarah told me to talk to me later before she left Italy.

“Why didn’t you tell me?” Kailin figured it out as I expected and wouldn’t let it go.

“Why didn’t you tell me her grandfather is a werewolf with ancient blood?”

“It’s not my secret to tell, Alpha. Besides, I already told you I promised not to tell anyone.”

“Even to me, your cousin and your alpha.” I was both offended and admired her commitment.

“Don’t change the subject. I’m dying to know here.” She was already grinning.

“Shut that grin off. I need a nap.” I took off my jacket and put it on the chair.

“This is my suite, Knight. Go and find your own.”

I ignored her as I went to bed and shut my eyes, hoping Nirvana’s face wouldn’t appear in my sleep. Not that I was complaining, but I had been sleeping terribly since meeting her.

“Let me guess, you k