Chapter 1323: Chapter 1423

Danielle still wanted his attention, but Harlan didn’t give her the chance.

He said bluntly, “Zoe and I had a disagreement recently, and we haven’t seen each other in a while.

She’s come a long way from the Thorn Edge Pack.

I need to make the most of this time with her.

Please understand as my sister and don’t make things difficult for me.

”

Zoe quickly disagreed with Harlan’s suggestion.

With a cold glare, she scoffed at Harlan.

“I don’t need it.

Just deal with your sister.

”

“No, I won’t.

” Harlan, usually reserved, dared to approach Zoe with determination.

“I understand you’re perceptive and can see things clearly.

You don’t need me to say anything about them.

But it’s evident you’re not happy now.

I care about you, and I don’t want to see you upset.

Even if you push me away, I’ll still try to make you feel better.

”

“Do you really think I won’t hit you?” Zoe pretended to be tough, brandishing her fist

.

“Go on then!” Harlan caught her fist and pressed it against his chest, grinning.

“Go ahead, hit me hard.

Just vent your anger!”

Seeing them banter so intimately, the rims of Danielle’s eyes instantly turned red.

But she blinked her tears back and quietly moved the wheelchair to the side of the table.

Caleb and I exchanged glances, knowing it wasn’t our place to intervene.

We remained silent, anticipating what would happen next.

My gut told me that Danielle wasn’t going to give up easily.

However, because of Harlan’s gesture, Zoe’s mood visibly improved.

Despite her ongoing banter with Harlan, a grin broke through.

During the meal, Danielle remained quiet.

Since I also wished to discuss business, I inquired, “Harlan, how’s it going leading the Xeric Pack? Any challenges you’re facing?”

Harlan smiled.

“Things are going well overall.

Initially, some of the elders were resistant to following my lead, but I didn’t entertain their defiance.

I employed firm measures to address the situation, and now they’re all obedient.

”

Debra’s POV:

“Not bad!” I nodded, quite pleased.

After working with Gale for such a long time, Harlan’s ability was beyond doubt.

Knowing he was in charge of the Xeric Pack brought me comfort.

Caleb and I were thinking along the same thought.

He gave Harlan a reassuring pat on the shoulder and said, “Harlan, you’ve done a great job.

The Xeric Pack is yours to lead now.

”

“No problem!” Harlan patted his chest confidently.

“You’ve placed the Xeric Pack in my care out of trust, and I won’t disappoint you.

You can count on me!”

“Good!”

With a gesture of respect, Caleb reached out and shook hands with Harlan.

Zoe, seated to the side, supported her chin with her hand and watched the exchange with a smile, clearly proud of Harlan.

Since we hadn’t seen each other in a while, our chat naturally turned to everyday things.

Then, we had dinner together, chatting and laughing.

We couldn’t help but laugh now and then, remembering the old days in Roz Town.

When we first crossed paths, it didn’t seem like a big deal, but looking back now, everything seemed hilarious, especially remembering Harlan and Zoe’s sparring at the police station.