Chapter 0091 My heart lightened a little ; I felt bad for her .


    She had no idea about the cruel jerk she was engaged to , but maybe she would start to understand things on her own .


    I brushed the thought out of my head ; it wasnt my problem or concern .


    I was here to do a job and that was it .


    My main focus was on my father and getting his debt paid so he could return to my mother , and we could be a happy family once again .


    Matt and I spent the next couple of hours sparring and practicing his defense moves .


    Once we were finished , were both panting and covered in sweat .


    Good practice , I praised , patting him on the back .


    Youve been improving greatly .


    I have a great tutor , he replied with a beaming smile .


    Thanks for helping me , Judy .


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    You should get inside and shower before dinner .


    Im sure the maids are in the process of cooking it as we speak , I told him , ncing at my watch and seeing that it was just past 5 pm .


    He nodded and hurried inside .


    My eyes wandered over to Irene who was no longer staring at her phone ; instead , she was staring at me .


    She had an expression on her face that I couldnt quite read … maybe it was nervousness .


    Like she wanted to talk to me about something , but she was too afraid to bring it up .


    I figured if she wanted to talk , she would , so I turned away and started to clean up my supplies , shoving them into my bag .


    I hadnt noticed , or heard her , moving from her seat , but by the time I was done packing up my things and turning back around , she was standing right behind me .


    I nearly fell backward in shock .


    Sorry , she murmured .


    I didnt mean to scare you … She bit her lower lip and rubbed the back of her arm awkwardly as she stood in front of me .


    I sighed , giving in .


    Is everything okay , Irene ? I asked her .


    You seem off today .


    As if she was snapping herself out of her daze , she blinked a few times and then lifted her gaze to meet mine .


    Im not really sure .


    I guess Im just confused , she admitted .


    Judy , do you want to go shopping with me tonight ? I raised my brows .


    I dont really have the money to go shopping , I admitted , feeling my cheeks redden .


    It would be my treat of course , she said hurriedly .


    We can grab something for dinner too .


    Just the two of us .


    Is there a reason behind it ? I asked her , raising my brows .


    No … I just need someone to talk to , she said softly , ncing at the ground .


    Im not sure if Im the best one for that , Irene … I tried to say , but she quickly stopped me .


    I dont have anyone else , Judy , she said quickly .


    I could use some girl time … please … she pleaded .


    Chapter 0091 My heart tugged for the girl , and I found it hard to say no , so I relented with a sigh .


    Okay , I told her .


    I nced down at my sweaty gym clothes .


    I should probably change though .


    I have clothes you can borrow ! She said , grabbing my arm .


    Come on ! She pulled me along with her and when we got inside , we nearly ran straight into Gavin .


    He froze at the sight of us and then his eyes darkened when he saw our interlocked arms .


    What are you two doing ? He asked , staring between the two of us .


    Im taking Judy to change her clothes , Irene answered before I could utter a single word .


    We are going shopping and to get dinner .


    He raised his brows at his daughter and then his eyes focused on me .


    Is that so ? I bit my lip and nodded slowly , my eyes never leaving his .


    Yes , I answered , my voiceing out way breathier than I wanted it to .


    My heart was hammering in my chest and my wolf was immediately perking up being in the presence of Gavin Landry .


    I had to fight to keep her under control ; she was embarrassing sometimes .


    Irene started to pull me away but as we stepped around Gavin , his hand wrapped around my bicep , halting me in ce .


    His touch sent a shockwave through my system and goosebumps immediately formed on my flesh .


    Irene frowned at her father .


    Shell meet you up there , Gavin told his daughter .


    She gave me a concerned look before ring at her father again .


    Eventually , she nodded and unhooked her arm from mine .


    She quickly hurried up the stairs .


    Iturned to look at Gavin who kept his gentle hold on my arm .


    Can I help you with something , Alpha ? I asked him , trying to appear innocent .


    I dont know what game you are ying , but leave Irene out of it , he said through his teeth .


    I was a bit hurt by his words ; I wasnt trying to y any game , and it wasnt right that hed assume otherwise .


    Im not sure what you are talking about , I told him truthfully .


    You can pretend all you want , but I know women like you .


    Youll step on anyone if it means getting what you want , he murmured , his voice low and threatening .


    You already have my nephew wrapped around your finger , Im sure hes a part of your pawn as well .


    If you hurt my daughter , Ill make your life a living hell .