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The rest of the day was spent making sure Clearfork, pack, and business were set to run efficiently for the next month. He went over the changes and schedules Justin had incorporated. Everything looked solid enough, even if Daniel itched to make changes, he reminded himself to trust Justin, knowing he wouldn't learn and grow if Daniel always forced his own way.“Your plan looks solid,” Daniel complimented him. “Just like last time, any issues, check with Donna first. I know you’ve got Emmanuel and Shane running point on a few things, but if you find yourself needing an extra set of hands, feel free to use Henry.”Daniel wasn’t going to give Henry a push, but it wouldn’t hurt to give Justin a little nudge in his direction. Justin wasn’t the lead Delta; that spot was currently vacant. Bastien had left the pack almost six months ago now, for a girl he met out west, but with the acquisition and Blue Ridge, Daniel had put off officially filling the position.Thomas would have been the logic

Lucas couldn’t contain his loud bark of a laugh that sliced through the tension building in the room, amused at her audacity. “Damn Leonard, you’ve got a bit of a spitfire on your hands, haven’t you?”“Excuse me?” Paige turned her icy gaze on Lucas in anger and disbelief. Daniel sat back, a sense of unease encroaching within him, waiting and watching how this would unfold. Leonard, his face etched with weariness, closed his eyes briefly. This was not the first meeting he’d hoped for. Leonard knew introducing Daniel to Paige might be uncomfortable. That's why he'd hoped her focus on presenting her business idea would allow her to get to know Daniel apart from the rumors that circulated about him.It was odd she didn’t seem to hold any of that angst against Judd, who was also here at that time. Leonard wondered what she thought she knew. It wasn’t anything they discussed before, and he didn’t know the full extent of her feelings about it.“How old were you?” Lucas challenged her, the hu

Paige was set up in a room in the suite, and they discussed the need to get more permanent arrangements in the city. Daniel left Lucas in charge of finding a loft large enough to accommodate him and Paige, then three extras for anyone from either pack visiting.“I’m not going to live with a strange guy I don’t know,” Paige protested.“You’re not living with some strange guy; you're both staying in a loft. Think of it as a joint packhouse in the city,” Daniel told her. “I brought you here, away from your pack, therefore, I am responsible for you. I’m not going to have you living by yourself, and Lucas and Thomas will be here for you when I’m not.”“I’m not weak or defenseless,” she argued, her eyes flashing.“It’s not about you being weak,” Daniel reprimanded her. “Or about being unable to care for yourself. It’s about you being alone, without pack or support. You can help Lucas pick a place you’re comfortable with, and the sooner the better. Something about this hotel is grating on my

>> This chapter contains highly disturbing content, including graphic sexual fantasies, depictions of sexual violence, non-consensual touching/sexual violation, and psychological manipulation. Reader discretion is strongly advised. This chapter may be skipped without losing essential plot points.Mari was still wearing a pleased smile as she exited the elevator into the foyer. She looked up in time to see the new owner of Elevated, Mr. Sanford, his COO, CFO, and a young blonde girl as they passed her on their way in. As soon as she recognized them, she quickly tilted her head down slightly. None of them seemed to notice her, thank goodness.She called Richard when she reached the parking garage.“Miss me already?” He asked as he answered.“Shut up,” she rolled her eyes. “Seriously, though, I thought you might want to know that Clearfork’s people are staying in the same hotel as you.”“Shit,” Richard swore. “I need to get back home.”“Probably a good idea,” Mari agree

It had been a long time since Richard had driven past the stone columns and the open black gate that led to his uncle’s home, not feeling the need to visit much when he had worked with him almost daily. He looked curiously over the open green hills that faded into a clean forest toward the edges and at the horses grazing contentedly in the fields.The horses were Marsh Tackies, a rare breed specific to Carolina, closely related to the Banker Horse of the Outer Banks, as they are also descendants of the Colonial Spanish horses brought to America. They were Mauricio’s pride, feeling a close connection to them as both of their roots were bound to Spain.Richard pulled into the circular driveway and entered through the front door, finding his Uncle Edward relaxing on the back lanai. Edward stood up and embraced him, then settled back into his chair as Richard took a seat on the love seat adjacent.“How’s Samantha?” Edward asked. Of course, she would be the first thing out of his mouth.“Sh