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He was at a loss for words, so he turned away. Pulling out some money, he laid it on the counter and then went and got his meal. Sitting at the table and eating might give him some time to figure out what to do next. The other teams began to arrive, and he noticed that Sally went and spoke to them each as they came in. She should enjoy it while she can because tomorrow will be different. It wasn't long after everyone arrived that Harry showed up.

What in the world was Harry here for? She motioned for him and Jenna to join her in the other room. “I see that you two are mated. Congratulations. Any reason that you're hiding it?” Harry wondered.

“It was a mistake," Jenna observed immediately.

“It wasn't a mistake. I didn't realize she was a witch, and my wolf panicked. I had to go out and finish my list anyway, so I thought we would discuss it when I got back. I don't blame her for being upset at me, but we’re mated, and she will have to get over it," Grant threw in.

“That sounds like what every woman wants to hear. Just get over it.” Jenna imagined.

“I didn't mean it that way," Grant explained.

“I can't imagine a good way that you could have meant it," Jenna observed.

“Okay. I can see I'm not needed here. You two need to work things out, and Tyne and Moe will be coming in a week. See you later, Gator.” Harry was gone, and now it was just the two of them.

Jenna stomped off, leaving him alone to think about how he could make things up to her. He had been so bad for so long, andhe was sure she had thought he'd be better, but then he had just been bad again. How could you get somebody to get over that?

“Girl trouble?” Sally asked.

“What are you doing in here?” Grant asked.

“Jenna opened the door, and we are allowed in here if a closed-door meeting isn't happening.”

Grant thought about her question. Maybe Sally would know what he should do because he had never been in this position before. He was an alpha wolf and never had trouble attracting a female. His only troubles had ever been losing them when he was done.

“You could say I'm having some woman trouble. I've never had to deal with it, but she's different," Grant admitted.

“Most of you guys are like that. You've never had to work at anything in your life. It all comes naturally. Try a little romance that will show her that you care. Some flowers, wine, and a box of chocolate are things that show a woman you care. I'd say a meal, but you're going to have a hard time finding one that she didn't make," Sally said then she left them alone to think over the possibilities. Those things wouldn't be easy to get in an isolated place like this. His best chance? Harry. He said her name three times out loud, and she popped back in, looking confused.

“What did you need?” She asked.

“I hoped you would help me with my problem. Sally suggested flowers, chocolate, and wine. She also said a nice meal might set the stage. That made me think of you because you can bring me everything. Will you help me?” Grant asked.

“The first thing I need is fed, so I have the energy to get the stuff. While I'm eating, you need to write down exactly what you want so you can figure out what it'll cost. Give me enough money to buy it and a snack so I can return here in time. When I getback, I'll need to eat again because traveling this way takes a lot of energy," Harry explained.

“I can do that. I'll go get some more food, but I'll stay in here because I don't want Jenna to know you're here," Grant directed.

“I can do that.”

He went into the office where Jenna was behind the counter. She was working on the books, probably trying to make up for the time she lost when they'd been together upstairs. Some of the others had bought food and were sitting at the table eating. He threw some money on the counter and filled a large container with food. Jenna didn't ask him any questions, but she gave him a look and raised her eyebrow at him. That was no surprise since he'd already eaten, and she was probably wondering why he was eating again.

It was good that she didn't ask because he didn't want to lie and didn't want to give her the truth either. Grant returned the food to Harry, and she ate it faster than he could have. Magic must suck an enormous amount of energy out of her. As fearful as his wolf was of that magic, his human side envied it. He could imagine the amazing things he could do and the protection he could give himself to those he cared about.

Harry had just finished eating when she disappeared. She'd forgotten to ask him for money, so he could only imagine that she was going to present him with a bill. Five minutes later, she reappeared with roses, a to-go box from a restaurant, wine with wine glasses, and a huge box of chocolate. Everything that he had asked for was there.

“What do I owe you?” Grant asked.

“Nothing. Moe and Tyne paid as a mating gift. All I need now is some food to energize my trip home.” Harry explained.

Grant nodded and went to the office. He put some more money on the counter and filled another container with food. Itwas just too much for Jenna, and he could see she was going to ask.

“How can you eat that much food?” She wondered.

“Come with me, and I'll show you.”

He knew that she would be upset if Harry came to visit, and she didn't get to see her. Leading the way, he took her back to the storage room where Harry was waiting.

“I'm glad I get a chance to see you before I leave," Harry admitted.

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