John's POV
The words "pass away" exploded in my mind like fireworks.
I felt like I couldn't breathe. My blood seemed to freeze in my veins.
My wolf, sensing my agony, whimpered in my mind.
My body shook uncontrollably as I grabbed Daphne's hand out of sheer panic. "How did your mom die?"
"What does it matter to you? Who do you think you are, you country bumpkin! If you don't scram, I'll call security," Daphne shot back at me with a glare.
I was reeling from shock, pain, and disbelief all at once.
These emotions tangled together, making it hard for me to catch my breath.
"Are you a friend of my mom's or something?" Daphne scrutinized me with a new look in her eyes that wasn't so hostile anymore.
Then she added, "Forget it. It's my wedding day today. Since you're already here, stick
