Dinner was grueling knowing what was to come. (Pun not intended but enjoyed.) We sat between Adeline and Patrick at the Alphas' table and I gave a brief prayer to the goddess before we all dug into a hearty meal of steak, potatoes, and broccoli. As if she knew she'd need her energy, Callie made quick work of her plate, downing her red wine and making small talk with Adeline. I couldn't stop myself from perpetually stroking her exposed thigh under the table, I needed to feel her near and it was all I could do not to give into the pull and let my hand wander.