Chapter 25: Brief Peace

Patrick saw Emma running on the road but he didn't call out to her. He noticed she was holding a phone. She must be with her former friends, he thought. So, he decided not to disturb her and instead dealt with some pack matters before returning to the castle. There weren't many things to handle today. He decided to go up to the top-level garden and relax his weary mind. As Patrick ascended the spiral staircase, he heard Jennifer's surprised voice, "Patrick!" During this time, Patrick had been...