Formal Lunch

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I chose a peach-colored suit with a white lace bra as the top of my attire for the formal lunch that Xavier had invited me to discuss Dad’s case.

He sent Jacob to pick me up from my house. I greeted Jacob and asked, “How long have you been working for Xavier, I mean Alpha Councilor Shaw?” I kicked myself for forgetting that our relationship was probably secret. After all, we had not made anything official.

“It’s okay, you can call him whatever you want in front of me. I won't tell on you.” He winked sweetly and answered my question, “Since I received my wolf, a decade ago. My brother is his Beta. You might think nepotism got me my job but Alpha doesn’t do favors to anyone.”

“I know that, Jacob. I don’t doubt that you earn your job every day.” I smiled at him from the passenger seat.

“Your case must be very special.” He commented and I asked confused, “Why would you say that?”

“Because the restaurant that I am bringing you to, is one of those rare places that Alpha used t