Chapter 519. You’re Late

Wren POV

Charlie and I are standing on the front porch of the Gravestone Pack house. Our hands are barely brushing together, but the tension between us is thick. I am not sure what happened two nights ago, but I am eager for it to happen again.

Destin is being decidedly tight-lipped about why he was suddenly okay with Charlie joining us. But, to be fair, I haven’t asked. I think I might be too afraid to know the truth. Still, I don’t regret it. Now, if he would only be on time today, my parents will be here any minute.

“Do you think he will show up?” I whisper to Charlie.

Charlie groans. “He would not miss an opportunity to cause chaos. He will be here.”

I look up at Charlie, and his jaw is tight. If he is displeased with our arrangement, he hasn’t said so, but he has been different.

“I am sure Destin will be respectful when my parents get here.” The words flow freely, but I am not sure if I am convincing Charlie or myself.

Any hope I