Chapter 39

Artemisia POV

“It’s lovely to see that you’re getting along again.” 

I’ve just stumbled back onto the gravel path after tearing myself out of his arms with the last resolve I could find, as Celeste comments on our encounter happily. 

I don’t want to let the rumor spread about how fucked up it really is, so I force a smile. “Thank you. He’s a good mate, I hate that we left such a bad impression on the pack as a couple.” 

“Oh, you don’t have to worry about this. We were all glad he met his match.” She giggles as she adds, “You’re both so hot-blooded, it must be nice.” 

She blushes, making me look at her incredulously. 

It’s always the quiet ones, isn’t it?

“Erm… It is, to be honest,” I agree,