Chapter 19

"This is the Dark Moon's Packhouse," Asha exclaimed, giggling. This part of the mansion was classy and elegant but contained all the warmth needed. While there was no soul in the other part, this part had people buzzing around. Laughter rang in the air. The smell of coffee, bacon, meat, and everything nice swarmed her senses. Pack members conversed and worked together. Nicole stood frozen at the doorway. She could feel the joy and comfort thrumming amongst them. She blinked. How? She asked herself. It was so disconcerting that she wondered if she was dreaming. The visitors' side of the mansion was what she expected to be the general air in Dark Moon, considering that Alpha Liam was ruthless, callous, and a beast. She expected to see hopeless and downcast faces. She thought she had smelled fear. But the people before her were bold and happy. They were so carried away by the merriment that they hardly noticed her. "Surprised," Asha smiled, her eyes gleaming with satisfaction. Swallowing,