ALEXIS' POV
“You gotta go?“
“Yes.“
“Like right now?“
“Yes.“
“But you only just got back.“ He protested. “Don't you want to know how the pack is faring?“
“Honestly, Sergei. I don't give a hoot about the pack. I trust you enough not to worry about it.“
“But…”
“My primary concern right now is my mother's health. That is why I have to go like right now. I can't risk not meeting the old witch alive.“
“But…”
“You have been handling the affairs of the pack just fine in my absence. I'm sure you can do it for one more week.“
“A whole week?“
“Yes. Give or take. The old witch might need some convincing.“
“I see.“
“Yeah. I'll see you soon, Sergei.“
“Good luck.“
“Thank you.“ I closed the door after me and headed for my mother's room.
I opened the door gently. I didn't want to risk waki
