Chapter 80
Third Person
When Eddie and the gang returned to the packhouse, June was outside waiting for them. She was anxious and bouncy, but something was off, even when Eddie saw her from afar. Gone was the loving and pure Luna of the Hounds of the Night Pack. In her place stood an immature and unpoised imposter. Based on Eddie’s recollection of his Mother, she never bounced. She smiled, remained calm, poised, and collected. Whoever this person was, it was not June.
“Edward!” June shouted when Eddie exited the car. She ran to him at the speed of light and embraced him. This was also out of the ordinary. June loved her son; there was no question about it, but she always strayed away from public displays of affection, even with her pup, when there were others around.
“Hi, Mom,” Eddie s
