Harlanâs attention shifted, effectively diverting him from the earlier discomfort.
Once the meeting ended and Harlan and Zoe had left, Caleb looked at me with a puzzled expression.
âHoney, whatâs happening? Donât Zoe and Harlan like each other? We havenât seen them for just a short while.
Why does it seem like thereâs tension between them?â
I sighed and answered, âIf Iâm not mistaken, itâs because of Harlanâs sister.
â
âHarlanâs sister?â
âYes, Harlan has a sister named Danielle.
Sheâs been interfering in his relationship with Zoe, which is why Harlan and Zoe havenât made their relationship official or progressed further.
â
âI see.
â Caleb appeared contemplative, then shrugged.
âIt seems Harlan struggles to balance his family and love.
â
âYes.
â I felt concerned.
âHeâs not handling it well, and itâs unfair to Zoe.
â
Caleb soothed me by patting my head.
âDonât worry too much.
This is their family issue.
Weâre outsiders, after all.
Itâs not our place to intervene.
They must handle it themselves.
Zoe is strong-willed.
If it becomes too much for her, sheâll make her own decision to leave.
â
Indeed, even if we intervened and Harlanâs issues were temporarily resolved, the Likelihood of recurrence was high, potentially placing Zoe in an even more unfavorable position next time.
With that realization, I decided not to dwell on it any further.
Noticing my acceptance, Caleb seized the moment to grasp my hand firmly, his tone earnest.
âWhen we return to the pack, Iâll declare to everyone that you are the Luna of the Thorn Edge Pack, and my only mate, Debra.
â
My heart skipped a beat.
Recalling the wary glances from the residents of the Thorn Edge Pack after they discovered I was a witch, I voiced my concern hesitantly.
âWHLL the people and elders of the Thorn Edge Pack accept this?â
Caleb gripped my hand reassuringly, his hold stronger than before, as if imparting his warmth and strength to me.
He replied with conviction, âWhether they accept it or not, you are my Luna.
I will dismantle the werewolvesâ prejudice against witches and ensure no one ever looks down on you again!â
His dark green eyes shone with sincerity and affection.
Before I could react, he added, âHoney, I believe in your ability to be an exemplary Luna and win over everyone.
â
Debraâs POV:
Calebâs eyes gleamed with warmth, easing the tension in my chest.
I couldnât resist wrapping my arms around him and whispering, âThank you, my love.
Really, thanks for always being there for me and making me feel safe.
â
Caleb just looked at me and didnât say anything.
Then held my chin and planted a ki*s on my lips.
The big TV screen in the living room reflected the shadows of us hugging.
I was nearly glued to Caleb, our bodies almost melded together.