Page 45 of Wolf's Redemption

"That's impressive that such a young woman has accomplished all that," my father continued. "And what did my wife do to persuade such a busy woman to come and teach her."

My mother shook her head rolling her eyes.

"Nothing, she was just nice to me, so when she asked, I couldn't help but accept," Cathy said.

Candy took a sip of wine and looked at her with intrigue. "You are the famous Cathy North everyone is talking about. It's an honor to finally meet you. I didn't know you were one of us. What pack do you belong to?"

"I'm not from any pack," Cathy replied with a straight face. "My only identity is fragrance designer and entrepreneur."

"I'm sorry, I thought you were..."

"Would anyone like more wine?" my mother interjected just in time before my father started asking Cathy awkward questions as well.

I squeezed Candy's hand gently, and she understood not to ask anymore.

"Is she a human?" she leaned closer to me and whispered.

I looked at Cathy, who was in a huff seeing the blonde getting so close to me.

"No, but don't ask her about her past. She doesn't like to talk about it," I whispered as I pushed one of the strands of hair away from her face as gently as possible.

"It's okay," she replied and continued drinking wine.

I felt bad because somehow I felt like I was using Candy, but at the same time, I loved watching Cathy hold back her emotions and pretend nothing bothered her.

"Would you like some more salad?" I asked Candy wiping some sauce from her lips.

"Yes, just a bit." I put some on her plate and motioned Beatrice to refill Candy's cup.

Not only did I have Cathy's attention but also that of my mother, who didn't understand at all what was going on, but from her expression, I knew we'd have a talk.

My father was still unaware that Cathy was the daughter of Sith, my mother disapproved of my every action, and Cathy was furious and completely silent in her seat.

After we had our fill, we listened to my father brag about his anecdotes from his glory days when there was still a war between the packs.

"Before we say goodbye, I want to make a toast," my father stood up from the table and raised his glass. "I want to thank Cathy for keeping company with my Luna all the time I was away and for making her dream come true. Also, Candy and her pack, because you have always been loyal, and we have achieved many things together. And finally, for my Luna and my son because they are the pillars of my life. Cheers."

"Cheers," we said in unison and clinked our glasses.

"Now, it's kind of late, and I'm already tired," my father announced. " I’m going to bed, but if you want, continue without me."

My mother said goodbye and escorted my father to the bedroom.

"It was nice to meet you, and I hope we can be friends," Candy said to Cathy.

"The pleasure was mine, and I'd love to, but in a few days, I'll be back to my routine, and I don't think we'll see each other again," she replied.

Cathy nodded, turned, and walked off in the direction of the gardens, ignoring my presence completely. Her statement made me realize that she was almost gone, and I had promised myself to win her over while she was still here, but no matter if she left, I would go after her and make sure to try as many times as I could until she finally confessed her feelings and gave me a chance.

After she had left, I was alone with Candy. "Thank you for this dinner. I really had fun," she said, arranging her dress.

"Thank you for coming. Now let me take you home."

I had accomplished my goal, and now it was time for the second phase of my plan, but for that, I needed to be alone with Cathy.

She grimaced, and I knew what it meant. She wanted something else, but my mind was elsewhere.

"No need; you can send me to Lucas, or I could call someone," she told me.