Chapter 42

Now, on their way to the Counsel, the Pack was mostly quiet. Avi hadn't said a word, and no one spoke to avoid bothering him. Kevin, after at least ten minutes of silence, finally said something to Avi. "Pardon me, Alpha? Do you have any idea of how long we'll be out?" "At least two hours." Avi answered quietly. "Okay. Thank you, Sir." Alex must've missed the hint about not speaking so Avi could have some peace, because as soon as Kevin finished speaking, he began. "So how was your mom, Alpha? She seems very nice." Avi swallowed audibly. "She's fine." "Oh, that's good! I was so worried something awful happened or she might di--" "Alex." Todrick interrupted. "What? I'm sorry, have I said something wrong?" Alex asked quickly. "Just... I don't mean to be rude, Allie, but please just give The Alpha some peace and quiet." Alex immediately shut his mouth and didn't say another word. ********* At The Counsel building, the pack had been divided up by Ranking, except M