Chapter 40. Walking Through

20 YEARS AGO

““Yes! Yes!” said Mr. Cole as he glanced at his wife. “I have a plan.”

“What do you have in mind?” she inquired hastily, curiosity etched across her face.

The couple had been seeking a way out for over seven years since the birth of Alex—a way out for their son, Alex, from the wolf bloodline, following what a witch had told them.

“Let’s betroth Alex to Jane Broody,” Mr. Cole said excitedly.

Their families had been close for years, living as if they belonged to the same family. Mr. Cole had always been of help to Mr. Broody, assisting with his bills when he was financially strained.

“I don’t think that’s a good idea,” Mrs. Cole shook her head in disapproval.

Mr. Cole spread his arms, expressing curiosity. “Why now?”

“Our son might grow up and choose his own path.”

“No, honey,” he said, holding his wife’s shoulder and continuing in a refined voice. “You are his mother and will guide him to the path we chose for him. He