Chapter 84

~Jasmine~ I quickly texted Mav, letting him know that Rosè would be dropping me off instead, and he didn't have to wait. His response came almost two hours later. Mav: Sure… Are you okay though? Keep me updated. Take care. I frowned at his delayed response. Mav was usually quick to reply. Maybe pack duties kept him busy today? I wondered about his inactivity today. I knew exactly that pack duties were demanding, and I couldn't imagine the pressure on him. After a long evening, it was late. Zeph offered to drop me off, but I politely declined, saying I'd wait for Rosè. I couldn't risk him finding out about Mav and me, not until the research was over. "Goodnight Jass," Rosè called as I stepped out, blowing me a kiss. It was past 11 PM. "Drive safely, and call me when you get home," I said, waving as she drove off. Walking into the dark house, I wondered if Mav was asleep. It felt strangely empty, devoid of life. Was he alright? Sick? It felt strangely empty, devoid of any life. Was he al