Filed to story: Gavin Landry and Judy Werewolf Story
Raymonds eyes darkened as he glared at his wife.
What exactly happened? He asked, his aura darkening What had you done? 443 Please, Daddy.
Just let it go.
They didnt mean any harm … Irene pleaded.
Whatever my wife had said to you, Im sure it can be cleared up, Raymond said, his eyes still pouring into Merediths face.
I apologize for any rudeness.
Please stay for a little while and get some food.
Its okay … I whispered for Gavins ears only.
You can stay.
He turned to look at me, his eyes narrowed, but they softened when he looked into my eyes.
I want to take you home, he told me softly.
Ill stay for a bit, I assured him.
Im just going to clean up.
He looked at me for a moment longer before nodding.didnt miss the looks that Meredith and Kelsey exchanged with one another, hearing some of the dialogue between us.
Ill help you clean up, my mother said, draping an arm through mine.
I hadnt even noticed she was nearby until she spoke, but I was relieved by her presence.
I nodded and turned back to Gavin.
Ill see you later, Alpha, I told him, a bit louder for those around us to hear.
He gave me a curt nod before turning back to Raymond.
Their conversation was drowned out as we headed into the Cash family manor and towards the bathroom.
How could you make a scene like that? my mother asked once we reached the bathroom.
I wasnt the one making the scene, I murmured.
She sighed as she grabbed a hand towel and wet it with some warm water.
Look, I need you to know something, and I dont want you to freak out.
I frowned, worry bubbling in my belly.
Okay? I urged her to continue.
I spoke to Ethans parents earlier.
Raymond went over details on how much I could get for the house, she explained ; my heart sank.
Our house? I asked her.
She nodded.
I could get a lot of money that could pay off a lot of the debt your father owes, she told me.
It wont be enough to get him out of prison … but its something.
If you are going to sell the house, then where exactly are we going to live? I asked her.
She was quiet for a moment as she attempted to clean the wine stain from my blouse while I wiped my face with another hand towel.
Mom? I asked after she hadnt answered.
2 : 3 She sighed and looked up at me, her eyes soft and apologetic.
Meredith and Raymond offered us their guest room, she told me gently.
What are you saying? I asked, my entire body feeling paralyzed.
Im saying … we would be living here ; with the Cash family.
Judys POV
Mom, you cant be serious ! I gasped.
How could you agree to such a thing.
I know its not the ideal situation but- Not the ideal situation?! Dont raise your voice at me, Judy, my mother scolded, We need the money, and I am running out of options.
If they are so keen on you selling our house for the money, then why not let us borrow money? I thought you were going to ask them ! I exclaimed, shaking my head at the logic.
It doesnt make any sense.
I couldnt bring myself to ask them.
Especially after Raymond explained how he made some risky investments and hes worried about the turnout, she explained, sighing.
Plus, my pride wouldnt allow me to ask them for handouts.
But you have no problems having me ask Ethan for handouts? I countered, raising my brows.
Thats different, she murmured.
Hes your fated mate and you were supposed to marry him.
Isnt Meredith your friend? I asked her, giving her a pointed look.
Why not ask her for money? She bit her lower lip and stared down at the towel in her hands.
I just cant bring myself to do it.
This is the easiest solution, and Ill still have my pride.
Living here wont be so bad.
They were kind enough to open their doors to us and Im going to accept their offer.
Is living here not damaging to your pride as well? I asked her.
She sighed and lifted her gaze to meet mine.
Its different, she told me gently.
Im sorry for upsetting you, Judy.
But if you cant get the money from Ethan, then this is the next best solution.
Im not sure what else to do, but after selling the house, we will be a little closer to helping your father.
Thats all that matters to me right now.