Chapter 81

ALEXA.

The night turned out better than I expected. If I was doubting that this pack would accept me, it was all gone by the time we were eating and drinking. The whole time, whether I was seated or standing next to Aeon, or on my own, our pack members would approach me and introduce themselves. Most were females and their pups. And I could see excitement and sincerity in their eyes — they were just as happy as I was.

But despite that, my eyes were searching for someone. I had no idea how many times I let my gaze scan the grounds, looking for that one female that I knew sooner or later I had to face. But I didn’t find her. I’ve been itching to ask someone, but I hesitated because I didn’t want to sound insecure, but I guess I underestimated my Beta Female. She could read me.

"She’s no longer here." Holly came and stood beside me, handing me a tall glass of Long Island iced tea as she sipped her own drink.

"Thank you. What do you mean?" My forehead creased. I wasn’t sure if we were