Chapter 11
Quiet That’s
as I opened my eyes. No clinking of the pans from Mom cooking, no neepaper shuffling from Dad reading, and no smell of coffee and barni greeting me. I suddenly never felt so alone as 1 did right now. I didn’t have Damian to mind link for comfort. I was sure as hell not reaching out to Hally. I
Suddenly, I heard the front door opening and swift steps coming to my done. Before I could even mart, Zach blew the bedroom door open with a thut–rating pin on his facet
“Did I startle you?” he asked smugly. He lose he did by the fact I had clutched the blankets up to my chin and my eyes were as wide as saucers.
“AA” I norted, as I ryed the bag he brought with him –
*Tassumed you were going to need some breakfast
art your day and a friendly face Harry up, buttercup. I will get breakfast set up for you in the kitchen. Don’t take an hour to get irady raber. I did not go out of my way to feed your cold bitcoids and gravy,” Zach said, as he slipped out of the bedroom, closing the door behind him. I could hear him humming in the kitchen as ! up. Showering quickly, I decided to let my hair air dry and put it into a side braid. Going through my closet, I decided comfort was what I needed today to get through all the packing and calls I needed to make. I grabbed an old gray t–shirt that had a faded wolf on it and matched it with black leggings. Deciding I did’t need makeup to just pack today, I made my way to the kitchen.
I was not sure what I was expecting when I came into the kitchen, but seeing a full spread on the table was not in Zach had orange juice in wine glasses, steaming biscuits and gravy with harm on the side, and tus sausage links. He had two places set and was waiting impatiently, tapping his fingers on the table.
“Wow, you sure know how to please a woman in the morning. Why the wine glasses though?” I asked, smiling at him-
“Well, I wasn’t sure what you were all going to pack, and so I brought these from my house. It was ones I know my mom won’t miss, and she even made the food for us. I am supposed to tell you that my dad will be expecting your call, and by no way is she happy we are going on this adventure, but she will watch over the “house for you.” He finished with his hands in the air making quote marks and mimicking his mom’s high–pitched voice. I forgot his dad had the pack’s account, and my parents‘ heances go through him. His parents were good people and had always treated me as their daughter. They would keep my secrets, and when we got caught sneaking out when we were younger, they never told my parents. I was forever grateful for that.
Okay, I think we have boxes in the garage, if you can grab them when we are done eating, and I will call him.” I took a bite of sausage. Even though it was hot and nuicy. I just was not hungry. I ended up pushing the food around and made it look like I ate. I kept getting looks from Zach, like he knew I was not eating, but he didn’t say anything. I don’t think I needed someone telling me to eat right now. That was the least of my problems.
“I get this cleaned up and get the boxes. Why don’t you call my dad?” Zach suggested. It sounded more like an order. I just lifted my eyebrow at him. 1 could kick his ass, and had many times before, but I knew he was trying to help without being extra pushy.
“Yes, sir,” I responded sarcastically
Raven had been quiet this morning. I knew she was still there, but she was feeling all the pain I was in too, so she just relaxed in the back of my mind. Dialing Ben, Zach’s dad. I listened to it ring as I made my way to the front porch and sat down on the top step. The paint was peeling and was a light gray, showing the dirk brown wood under it. Should I sell the house, or would I ever want to return to it? Maybe do some renovations to it?
“NINA! Are you there?” Ben yelled
Of crap, I am so sorry, I was sparing off thinking about what I am supposed to do with the house. I didn’t even hear
or you
say hello!!
Chuckling, he said, “No worries, dear, your parents actually set up things to happen if they were to pass. I’ll just get right to it; all their money was to be put into one account with only your name on it. Only your mute will be allowed to have access, with your permission of course. They each had life insurance policies, since they wear both warriors…” his voice trailed off, i didn’t need him to say the test, I understood what being a warrior meant. “Anyway, their policies were $250,000 rath and plus their savings, your account is a little over 1000,000. The house has been transferred to your name automatically upon their death.” With a little more. aufiness to Jus tone and not so business like he added, “I would suggest you leave the house as is for now, I understand you are going to do some traveling. Although I wish you would stay here and grow old, I understand why you need to do this. I would like the honor of watching over your house until you either decide to petum or to se I ani worried you might regret the decision to sell a few years down the road. We can winterize the home and I will create a second account with enough to take care of the house for a year. If you are okay with that,” Ben finished.
My mouth was hanging open. I knew my parents had money and they chose to live an easy life, but I never imagined they had that much money. If that wasn’t enough, I was brought to tears by Hen’s generous offer. This gave me an out with the house.
*L…That……. I mean, yes, I am sorry, I am just so shocked by all of that information. Will I have a credit card to be able to access my account?” I asked, shaking my head, I couldn’t believe it. My patents looked out for me even from their grave.
“Of coune. I have one ready for you here, you will need to come get it and sign the paperwork. The bill will be sent by email to you, and we will download an app to your plane so you can pay it all unline. It has an unlimited balance, so you will be good wherever you decide to go. I do ask that you watch over Zach for me. He will have his own card, but I would appreciate help in making sure he is okay and…” He didn’t need to finish that sentence. I knew what and why he was asking,
“Of course, I will be the only person to kick
The needs it!” I said, laughing.
“Language, young lady, just because your parrots aren’t here to make sure you act like a lady doesn’t mean I will stop either, Ben said sternly with a hint of
Chapter 11
“Yes, sir! I will be by there shortly!”
“Okay, I will see you soon. I have a meeting at 10:00 am, that will last an hour, so just be aware,” Ben said distracted. I could hear someone in the background, so I said my goodbye and hung up
Walking inside the front door, I could see Zach had made quick work of everything. He had all the pictures placed in a box, all other decor had been wrapped in newspapers, and he was playing Tetris getting everything just right. Zach realized I walked in and stood up and got a really nervous look about him. “I, uh, wasn’t sure, uh, what you all wanted done. I have just started the basic stuff, but if you are okay with dad’s offer, we um, only need to protect stuff from getting damaged. I figured we could put it in the bedrooms? Only if that is okay with you?” he finished hurriedly.
“Zach, you are fine! And yes, I accept your parents” offer. I want to run to his office now before his meeting at 10:00. If you don’t mind, keep going, I should be home by lanch. I will bring something home.”
Zach visibly relaxed and said okay. Grabbing a jacket, 1 suddenly felt excited. I was going to be getting a fresh start, and with any hope, enjoy some of my youth before I needed to be realistic and get a job. With a little hop to my step, I decided to walk. It was a fifteen–minute walk to Ben’s office. Instead of going through the woods as a shortcut, I decided a good walk would do my soul good.
About ten minutes into the walk, I got an uneasy feeling. Like I was not going to like what was about to happen but not that I was in danger. Frowning, I made my way to the front door. “Ben’s Personal Finance” was written on the door in gold. Walking in, I was instantly greeted with a sterile smell mixed with flowers and lemon. Scrunching up my nose, I made my way to Ben’s secretary.
“Oh hi, Nina! I was expecting you. I will let Ben know you are here. I am sorry about the smell. A mother brought in her two year–old and the kid vomited everywhere! I tried to hide the smell with an air freshener, but it isn’t working and only making it worse.” Vivian sighed and slumped down in her chair. After waving her hand toward the door, letting me know I could go in, she got up to open a few windows.
Laughing, I made my way to his office, he was on the phone but allowed me to sit down and signed he was almost done.
The meeting went pretty quickly, and I signed all the paperwork I needed to sign. I had my Visa Black Card in my pocket. I went to give him a hug and suddenly we heard yelling from the lobby.
We walked out into a scene that I did not want to be a part of. Both of us realized what time it was and that his 10:00a.m. appointment was here.
“The bell is that smell?” Damian yelled.
“Please, future alpha, we are trying to air things out. A little boy vomited, and well, this was the best we could do,” stammered Vivian.
“I would be getting on that, Vivian. This does not make me happy…” Damian shouted, but stopped suddenly when he realized I was right there. I had never seen this side of him before. His eyes were shining blue, his wolf Colt was present. I was actually a little scared of him at that moment. “Nina… What are you doing here?” he said, taking a few steps toward me.
“Actually, future alpha Damian, I am ready for our meeting. Please excuse us, Nina. Vivian will show you out. Let me know if there is anything else I can assist you in,” Ben interjected skillfully. I appreciated it and gave him a nod of thanks, which he returned. I quickly made my way to Vivian and left quickly.
“Holy crap, what was that? I don’t remember him ever acting that way when we were around him,” Raven said, going through
“I have never seen him like that. I don’t like that at all. Maybe I dodged a bullet?” I responded.
“Most definitely, I would not like to have to kill our mate because he was disrespectful towards us,” Raven said.
I didn’t even respond as I just nodded my head. Maybe leaving was all for the best.
