Mated in the Shadow of My Sister novel Chapter 19

Chapter 0019

(James POV)

I felt strangely energized as I arrived back at the pack house. Luke was moping in the back of

my head, but he was leaving me be. His absence –or rather, his lack of endlessly badgering me– gave me plenty of

time to think about how I could use the mate bond to exact the perfect revenge on the Little Brat. It also

gave me the opportunity to say a silent prayer to Stephanie, letting her know that I had not forgotten her

and I that I would continue to make sure that all those involved in her death would pay. 1

After I entered the packhouse, it took me a while to find an Omega proficient in hair cutting. Thankfully, I not only found one, but I also found one of the best ones. She agreed to meet me in room in 30 minutes, which gave me just enough time for a proper shave and shower.

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When I got to my room, I was annoyed to find Sheila still there. Sheila was Stephanie’s best friend while Stephanie was alive, and she and I have…. an arrangement. I have… arrangements… with three or four she -wolves who take turns spending the night in my bedroom. They are all aware of each other, and under strict orders to not discuss what happens inside.

I started to lecture Sheila about her failure to comply with the rules that she previously agreed to, including the rule that all she–wolves must leave the alpha suite no later than 7 am each morning without- exception. However, part–way through the lecture, I remembered that the Little Brat always seems uncomfortable and unhappy when Sheila is around. That gave me a great idea, and I almost kicked myself for not thinking of it earlier.

Instead of finishing the lecture, I switched gears. I told Sheila to make sure that she dressed extra nice for for today’s ceremonies. I also told her to meet me at the back of the first event hall, because I would arrange special seating for her. Sheila did not ask any questions about what was going on or what exactly I had in mind; instead, she just left with her robe and a smile.