Chapter 44

Nicole We had barely finished our goodbyes with Scarlett when Zavier called Dodie's phone. I watched as she checked the caller ID, her face lighting up with that special glow reserved for her lover. "Hey, babe. Where are you?" Zavier's voice came through loudly enough that I could hear it from where I stood beside her. "I'm out with Nicole and Weslee," Dodie replied, casually leaning against a lamppost. "We're having some girl time." "Want me to come get you? Damien and Shawn are heading to Howl later tonight." His tone was gentle, protective in that distinctly Alpha way. "No need. Nicole's driving. We'll meet you there," Dodie assured him, twirling a strand of hair around her finger. "Alright, let me know if you need anything." The tenderness in his voice was unmistakable, even through the phone. After Dodie hung up, she looked up to find all three of us watching her with amused expressions. "What?" she asked defensively. I couldn't help but tease her. "Dodie Stone, you should be coun