The Son of Red Fang by Diana Sockriter novel Chapter 478

I wrap my hands around his, sliding my fingers gently between his hands and hair. He surprises me with how easily he gives up his stimming.

“Stand up son.”

I keep my voice gentle and reassuring, waiting for him to respond. He fights me briefly as he stands, trying hard to get out of my hold.

“No, Cole. Accept the contact.”

I persist as I refuse to let him run from me. Surprisingly, it seems he wants to run towards the van picking him up, not back into the house.

“Stay with me a moment son. Allow me to calm you.”

He relents to my desire, slowly giving me the calm I know he needs to make a rational decision.

“I know you heard the conversation. I need to know your thoughts.”

“Dad sent him.” He whispers, his voice fearful.

“I know. Your dad requested the change but the council honored it so the plan remains the same. You have pack members at White Ridge which gives your father no excuses for picking

you up.”

He nods against my shoulder before slowly pushing himself away. Jamie finally comes out the front door followed by Micayla, Lilly and the twins.

“Cole!”

They shout in unison grabbing a hold of both his legs causing him to rock briefly. He takes his hands from mine once he has his balance.

“Hey, what are you two doing?”

“We came to say goodbye.” Madisyn starts.

“We don’t want you to leave.” Madilyn sniffles through.

“I don’t want to leave either, sweetpea. But there’s something that I need to get from home that can’t be replaced here.”

He places his hands on the backs of their heads, petting them gently,

“So you’re still going?”

I ask with as little pressure as I can. He nods.

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