Iskah and Keijo approached him, Boris, and Bleddyn.
“My people will stand down and follow your wolves until I return,” Iskah began.“We thank you for the refreshments.Please ensure my people are not served meat in any food or by those dining around them.”
“I’ll ensure it doesn’t happen.”Chanin already knew the Fae were vegetarians and did not consume meat or blood of animals or humans.Chanin waved over Rudie, who remained far in the distance at the place he instructed her earlier.
“Alpha?”Concern etched her features as she glanced between the two mingling groups.
Moving closer, he placed a light hand on her shoulder, letting her know everything was fine.
“Rudie, this is Iskah, Queen of the Fae.Her people will be with us for a short while.”
He watched his assistant glance at the blue-haired woman with the gossamer dress.Boldly, Iskah snapped her translucent wings out.Rudie’s eyes widened as she took in the serene beauty of the woman.
Thankfully, Iskah softened her expression and smiled as she met the slight, she-wolf’s gaze.
Chanin continued, “Go to Raul’s and tell him we have guests.Clear the bar until they leave.Then have refreshment items directly from the garden brought for them.”
“I’ll see it all taken care of, Alpha.”She nodded in confidence.
He thanked her and sent Rudie on her way.
Once he saw the warriors leading the Fae away, he turned to Iskah, “Let’s go.”
Iskah walked beside him while Keijo fell in step with Bleddyn and Boris behind them.
As they moved from the wooded area to town, Chanin felt pride as he witnessed the response of his pack members, who gave the Fae a cursory glance or two but continued their daily business.He knew they were shocked to see the pale, colorful, slender beings walking among them, but the wolves remained composed and respectful.
Iskah and Keijo looked around but remained silent.
Chanin didn’t wonder what the Fae thought of the homes or businesses they passed.He didn’t concern himself with what others thought about how the Lupine adapted the territory to their way of life.
They continued through town.
Once they arrived at the containment, he stopped at the door and faced Iskah.“When you speak to Valko, remember it would be beneficial to get as much information from him as possible before killing him.”
Iskah stared at him briefly.Shadows moved in and out of her gaze as if she battled her emotions within.She drew in her wings.“I understand.”
He nodded in acceptance of her words, then opened the door.“Follow me.”
He entered first and again allowed his wolf to gaze through the darkened interior to the filthy red-haired wolf-shifter in the chair.
“You fuckin’ asshole, Chanin.How dare you leave me here.Release me!”Valko shouted and demanded as if he thought he had a voice in what happened to him.
Chanin noticed that many of the wounds on the man’s face and even some of the cuts on his chest had started to heal, apparently giving the rogue more bravado.However, his leg was still splayed open and at an awkward angle.
“I can see you missed me while I was gone,” Chanin teased and moved in further.
Iskah was walking directly behind him and Keijo was behind Bleddyn; since the Fae were much more petite in form than them, Valko didn’t realize there were others.
Because Fae had powerful abilities to blend their scent into the natural surroundings, Chanin didn’t worry Valko would pick up on their scent if he didn’t see them—ruining the element of surprise.
“Fuck you!You lame ass Alpha.”
Chanin didn’t even flinch at his words.Valko’s opinion meant nothing to him.“Glad to see you’re in better spirits.I’ve brought someone to see you.”
“Who the hell—?”
Iskah stepped out from behind him and into the edge of light.
