Chapter 169

Lily’s POV
I liked Aunt Pearl right away. Just like Luna Lisa, she was stunning—brave, radiant, and sharp-witted. The moment we stepped onto the Famili pack’s estate, she took my hand, looked me up and down, and had genuine warmth in her eyes. "Sweetheart, seeing you safe and sound puts my mind at ease. If that guy Steven dares to hurt you again, I’ll be the first to give him hell!" The way she scolded her own son while taking my side sent a wave of warmth coursing through me. Having an older woman like her is a blessing.
And sure enough, just as we’d expected, Ethan was quickly surrounded by his buddies. Benji stood next to his brother like a real bodyguard, but his eyes never left me. I shook my head slightly—don’t worry—grabbed a glass of water, and made my way to a quieter corner. Except "quiet" was a lie.