CHAPTER 41~WHAT WAS THE POINT~

~JADE~

A whimper caught in my throat, and I quickly covered my mouth with both hands to stifle any noise. I pressed myself against the wall, hoping the length of the refrigerator would hide me from his view if he chose to come in.

It hadn't planned to eavesdrop on the conversation or go after him. I knew how to mind my business when necessary. Hunter often had pack-related meetings in the house with his father and I never made it a habit to eavesdrop or interfere unless I was called upon.

So, I had no reason to go after him or interfere, even though the way he was acting after accidentally nicking my skin was suspicious. I had the mind to turn over and lay on the bed because what else would I do? But I was uncomfortable seeing the bowl of unfinished porridge on the bed. He was too distracted when he sprinted out of the room to take the bowl with him, and I didn’t have the appetite for more food. I could choose to sit on the bed aimlessly for his return. However, I was never one to abu