Carter's Savior

Sixteen

Sloan's POV

We were definitely undressed.

Every single wolf was in here wearing their Sunday Best and Carter and I were in jeans and a sweater. And we both had beanies on that weren't coming off. Well, Carter was wearing one of my sweaters seeing as all he brought was sweats. But I wasn't complaining. My scent surrounded him in the most beautiful way.

Also, my sweater was a bit bigger and had a loose fit on him. He looked so cute.

We followed the host to our table, the alpha's table. Rena went all out for Carter. I'll have to tell her thank you later tonight. The table was tucked away where we had privacy from everyone's eyes and I was thankful for that. I don't know how Carter would feel having old pack members see him sign.

Plus, it was better for them too. If I saw one person look at him weirdly I'd kill them. And then sit down and eat dinner afterward.

"Luna Rena has already covered your meal, and you are free to order whatever you like Mr. Jafir and Mr. Mickaya." The server set our menus down and then left us to look over them.

'Rena really outdid herself.' I signed to him. I decided that while we were here, I was going to just sign so he didn't feel embarrassed because he was silent. Now everyone would think we both are.

'I feel guilty. I haven't seen her or talked to her since I came here.' He told me truthfully and I could see it in his eyes that it was more than guilt. He missed her. But he was also afraid of how'd she react when she saw him again. He didn't need to worry about that.

'Do you want to?'

'Yes, I think so. But I don't know how to explain...this.' He motioned to his mouth and his face held a small amount of defeat. What he didn't know was that Rena and Danielle were already learning sign the moment I told them this afternoon. I wanted to tell him, but I think it'd be better as a surprise.

'Then it's settled. Tomorrow after our haircuts we can invite her and Danielle over for dinner. And I will explain everything.' A giant smile covered his face and I don't think I'd ever get used to seeing him like this. So happy and free. And with me.

'Why are you not talking?' Carter did this super cute thing when he was confused. He scrunched his nose just a little bit and pursed his lips. I don't even think he knows he does, but I loved it.

'I don't want these wolves listening to our conversation.' I made a stank face when I spoke about the wolves and Carter laughed lightly. I never thought I was funny but Carter laughed at everything I said. And as long as he thought I was the funniest man in the world then I didn't care.

'I also miss Ezra. This is the longest of gone without talking to him.' There was a slight flare of jealousy but I pushed it down. From what I could tell Carter didn't have many close friends, that I know of. So I had to get over it.

'I also miss my Uncle Byn and Uncle James. Fuck, I bet they are worried sick.' I must have looked confused at the mention of their names. I didn't realize they were that close with Carter. I just knew them as my father's friends.

'I didn't know you were close with them.' I told him truthfully.

'Yeah, they call just as much as Aunt Rena and Danielle. They don't live too far from here either. About two hours away actually. Oh shit, I bet Turner is pissed at me too.' Carter leaned forward and set his head on the table.

Turner was Byn and James' son, last time I remembered he was fifteen. I was learning so much about Carter but I couldn't help but feel proud of him. For him to realize that he wasn't alone in this. That he was loved beyond measure even if it wasn't from his biological family.