Chapter 11

Alaric

“Is everything OK?” I ask her.

Judging by the way she jumped, I can tell she was deep in thought and didn’t hear me walk up to her. Hopefully she will open up to me, I can't stand seeing her upset like this. Mate or not, I really want to be able to help her. Wonder if I suggest we take the food to one of her favorite places it will make her more comfortable.

“Oh, you scared me. Sorry I didn’t hear you, with everything today at school I really do need you to change your mind on firing Brittney's dad.” Liza says as she nearly jumped out of her skin, holding her chest.

“Let's get our food then we can talk about it. I am sure we can come up with something reasonable. The way she behaved is unacceptable. Is there a spot you'd like to go to so we can talk without you being uncomfortable? I can tell this means a lot to you as if you are scared of something. So,