Topping the Enemy (Werewolf Story)

Chapter 66: Rhiannon

Landon

I was walking out of my office in the north corridor of the pack house when I heard the commotion near the entrance hall. There's a conversion point in the pack house and that's the space in front of the living room.

When you enter the pack house, there are halls that lead to the office spaces, the guest and Alpha wings and the garage in the back of the house. So in order for me to go back to my room, I have to walk on by.

But even as I walked the hall, I overheard Spencer's voice shouting at Ares. The pack is usually a quiet place despite its many residents and people who work here. They all know everyone can hear really well, so they save their conversations for when they're alone in a more secluded area.

Anyway, I took my time before appearing at the entrance hall because I didn't want to face any of them and their drama. I knew this would end up badly once I learned Ares was lying to his mate. I just knew it.

I actually commend him on making the better decision for his sake, but why hide it from his mate? Spencer would be happy he doesn't have to go through a long distance relationship. If I could, I'd join my mate in Houston too. Or better yet, conclude my degree in Austin.

Damn, I miss Austin so much...

After Spencer and Harry went to the guest wing of the manor, I walked to the corridor to find my friend devastated. He was so gutted by this, his tears were moving me. I offered him a warm embrace and eventually we walked together to the front of the pack house where his car was parked.

After I returned, I went to my room to wash up for dinner. I can see tonight is gonna be uncomfortable at the table. Harry wasn't in our room, but I saw that he went with Spencer to his.

Later that evening, the room was mostly silent - except for Ella telling us all about her day in the day care center, not a care in the world - and the vibe was awkward.

My brother wasn't aware of the reality, but he doesn't meddle. He's a teenager with other concerns in life, but my mom was aware of what happened since she probably overheard it too. At least, the gist of it.

"This lamb is delicious, mom. You should have them cook it more often." - I told her, trying to defuse the tension in the air as we're all eating.

"I'm glad you like it. The butcher gave me a special deal, so we're gonna have plenty of that in the coming days." - She smiled at me, pleased with herself.

"You buy the food yourself, Luna? I didn't know that. I thought you had people for that." - Harry was surprised to hear this.

"First of all, I'm not Luna anymore. You are. Second, yes I do the grocery shopping and buy everything else this house needs. No one else is equipped to handle the expense account. I mean, nobody should be forced to deal with the bureaucracy of spending other people's money." - She said with an awkward smile.

Harry sighed at the realization.

"It's a proper job being Luna of the pack and Lady of the house. It's not all glitz and glamour." - She snickered.

"Wow. I didn't know that. I don't know how I am ever going to have time for that and being a doctor." - Harry said, worriedly.

"You'll get the hang of it, I'm sure. Plus, I'm gonna train you once you are able to have the available time. I'll be here if you need me." - She said with a pleasant grin.

"Oh I'm definitely gonna need you, ma'am. I can see you're gonna be my lifesaver." - Harry said, humorously.

"You were the one who saved my son's life by accepting him as a mate. Whatever I can do to help your journey, I'm always here for you." - She said with a sweet tone and content smile.