Charlotte's POVThe reception began almost immediately. Tables had been arranged across the lawn under elegant white canopies decorated with gold and silver ribbons. Long tables were covered in white linen, candles, crystal glasses, grilled meats, pastries, vegetables, pies, cakes, and countless other dishes Marie had insisted were necessary.The mouth-watering smell alone was just enough to make everyone hungry. James sat near one of the tables, looking slightly uncomfortable. Several werewolves kept glancing at him as he ate his meal."Please don't eat me," he said, dropping his cutlery on his plate.One of the she-wolves, a redhead, laughed shyly."I'm Marianna, Charlotte's friend."James raised both hands. "Exactly. I'm your Luna's friend. Surely that earns me some protection."Marianna suddenly stepped forward. Before James could react, she leaned over and planted a quick kiss on his cheek. Then she turned and hurried away, giggling slightly.James stood there stunned.He touched
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