Filed to story: Gavin Landry and Judy Werewolf Story
I really should go.
I managed to sputter, pointing over my shoulder at the door and giving an awkward and desperate sounding laugh.
Please, Judy, Matt pleaded, grabbing onto my arm.
I really want you to stay.
It would be nice to have another woman at the table, Irene agreed, a flicker of hope in her eyes.
She truly was desperate for friends, and she would get them any way that she could.
I glanced up at Gavin, hoping that he would say something to help me out here.
But he just sighed and ran his fingers through his hair.
He glanced at Irene and then at Matt before he turned towards the maid who had walked in upon his command.
Set an extra plate for Miss Montague, he ordered.
My entire heart fell deep into my stomach Yes, Alpha, the maid said, bowing her head in respect and quickly hurrying towards the kitchen.
Gavin then turned to look at me, his eyes hard and his face expressionless.
I stared at him in disbelief.
I couldnt believe he just did that.
It was clear from his expression that he didnt want me to stay, so why was he forcing me? I wanted to ask him, but I didnt want to make a scene in front of Matt ; he was jumping up and down excitedly because I was joining them for dinner, and I didnt want to burst his little bubble.
That was probably what Gavin was thinking too ; from what I heard, Matt being happy and excited about something was a rarity.
I would hate myself if I was the reason that smile got wiped from his face.
This is so exciting, Irene said, clapping her hands together.
Come on, Matt.
Lets get ready for dinner.
Matt nodded and went with Irene toward the kitchen, leaving me alone with Gavin.
I immediately turned and glared up at him, my lips pressed in a thin line and my eyes harrowed.
He pretended he didnt notice ; he looked everywhere but me and that only made me even more mad.
What was that? I asked him, putting my hands on my hips as I continued to stare at him.
What was what? He asked, playing dumb.
I rolled my eyes at the act.
Why would you ask the maid to set an extra plate for me? I asked, exasperated.
He finally looked at me and I could see the coldness in my es Because you are joining us for dinner, he said in a low and threatening tone.
I was startled by the change of demeanor, and I took a hesitant step back.
I havent seen a smile on Matts face in a long time, but for some reason, he likes you.
So, for hits sake, you are going to stay for dinner, and you arent going to complain.
I opened my mouth to protest, but then immediately closed it.
He was right ; I couldnt be the reason Matt was unhappy.
So, I relented with a curt nod before turning away from him and walking towards the kitchen.
However, he grabbed my arm to stop me before I could get too far away.
His touch was gentle, and yet firm at the same time.
I felt warmth spreading across my entire body from the contact and goosebumps spread across my arms.
My heart skipped a beat when I turned to face him, my breath caught in my throat once I realized how close he was standing to me.
His scent was whirling around me like a tornado, and I found myself entranced by his nearness.
For a second, it almost seemed as if he had forgotten what he wanted to say to me.
He stared at me with his full lips parted and his eyes dark with heat.
His eyes dropped to my lips, and I thought he was going to kiss me.
Did I want him to kiss me again? I bit my lip, already deciding that I did.
I wanted to kiss Gavin Landry.
But as if he was slapped back to reality, he released my arm and straightened his posture.
I blinked a few times, broken from the trance I was under, and I stared up at him, my cheeks reddening.
Its just dinner, Judy, he reminded me.
Dont go around thinking this changes anything.
He walked around me and towards the kitchen without sparing me another look.
I reached my fingers up to touch my cheek, they were burning hot.
I cleared my throat, trying to bring my mind back to the present moment before I took a deep breath and followed him into the kitchen.
Irene and Matt were already seated, there were two more plates on the table in front of the seats, one of which was at the head of the table.
The other was right next to it.
My stomach tightened knowing that that was the spot they wanted me to sit … right next to Gavin.
Gavin seemed to have noticed this too because he let out as ghas he walked towards the table.
The entire dining room smelled like delicious food and my mouth started to water, I realized I hadnt had a chance to eat all day.
Between seeing my father in prison and coming straight here to tutor Matt, the time kind of slipped away from
Gavin sat down at the table, and I hesitantly sat beside him.
One maid scurried into the room holding a bottle of wine and another bottle of apple juice.
She immediately poured Irene a glass of wine and Matt a glass of apple juice.
She walked around the table towards Gavin and filled his glass with wine as well.
Once she got to me, she gave me a polite smile.
Wine, madam? She asked.
Ill take apple juice, I said quickly.