#Chapter 34 Renee

The question hung heavy between us for a moment. He blinked and blinked again. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Dominic glance away, pretending to be fascinated by the menu. Arielle smirked, like she’d expected no less. Then, to my surprise, my grandfather burst into laughter — full-bodied, unapologetic, delighted laughter. The kind that filled the entire room and brought tears to his eyes. I bristled a little, thinking he was mocking me as he shook his head and wiped his eyes. “Oh, you’re so much like you’re mother. I have missed it.” He chuckled. His eyes gleaming with something that was more prideful warmth than amusement. “You think we’re scheming,hm?" He looked at Arielle. “What did you tell her?” “That we were considerign annexing Frostborne because of this nonsense.” He snorted. “You’ll have to forgive Arielle and the rest of our… bloodthirsty pack. The howl is strongest for wrongs against our own.” My heart trembled as he met my eyes. His smile didn't dim even a