#Chapter 223: Stubborn Old Wolf

Ava I busied myself in the kitchen, preparing a traditional Moonstone meal for our guests, which were only two: Leonard and Ophelia. A celebratory dinner for our newest pack member, although it was more than that. The scent of roasting herbs and sizzling meat filled the air as I worked, trying to focus on the task at hand rather than the worry gnawing at my insides. Ophelia still didn’t know. Leonard hadn’t told her, and I didn’t know when he would. I supposed that the good news today had delayed him telling the bad news, not wanting to dampen her spirit. Chris set the table while Leonard and Ophelia chatted in the living room. Their laughter drifted through the cottage, a bittersweet sound that made my heart ache. “Need any help?” Chris asked, poking his head into the kitchen. I shook my head, forcing a smile. “I’ve got it under control. Why don’t you open a bottle of wine?” As Chris went to fetch the wine, I glanced into the living room. Leonard w