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12. Defend

Author: Naomi D.
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-31 18:28:45
Nivia’s pov

Ford barely talked as we drove to the meeting. Only giving me a few instructions on how to behave.

“Do not use any foul language.”

“Got it.” I replied with a fake smile.

“Do not under any circumstances insult me or my role as the alpha of this pack.”

“Okay.” Goddess… Who does he think I am?

“Do not interrupt or undermine my, -“

“Should I just keep my mouth shut? How about that?” I interjected. I knew it bothered him, but I couldn't help myself.

The vein was ticking on his forehead, and he growled, “it sounds sodding perfect.”

I got him… Another British curse word came out of his mouth. But I couldn’t really gloat because we arrived at a large, fancy building.

“What’s this?”

“It’s where the council is housed.”

I looked at Ford and then back at the house, “so your packhouse is in shambles, and you don't have the budget to fix it, but this building is seen as a priority?”

“Hush…” Ford warned me with a low growl.

Fine. Whatever. Let’s get this fucking meeting over
Naomi D.

Hope you like the story so far! I was planning to update on the weekend as well, but my nephew spent the weekend here and it was pure chaos at home. But here is a very long chapter to compensate ;)

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