Chapter 73
After visiting Gina, Hecate was restless. She didn’t know if she should tell her granddaughter about the atrocities that were happening in the pack after she left. During the reign of the queen, respect among the people had always prevailed. However, he didn’t know at what point the wild wolves stopped entering the pack, people became disrespectful, and stopped being nice to their neighbors. Hecate looked forward to Ares’ efforts to bear fruit soon.
After breakfast, Gina set out to bake cookies to distract her mind. At that moment, a young woman approached her in a small voice and commented.
“Luna Gina, if you wish, I can help you. I’ve finished my morning chores.
Gina, who was on her back at the time, turned around and saw a young woman of around 18 years old. The girl’s head was half down, but she still gave him a sweet smile as she asked.
“What’s your name?”
“Valentina, ma’am,” he said nervously.
“Come over and help me place the cookies on the tray while I make more,” Gina invited.
Valentina took a few steps and stood next to Gina. Shyly, he added.
“My grandmother used to teach me how to make desserts, too; She was very good at it.
The connection between Gina and Valentina began to weave as they shared the task of baking cookies. As Gina stretched the dough, she looked at the young woman out of the corner of her eye and noticed a spark of similarity between them. He identified with Valentina in a special way.
“Do you know how to cook?”
“Oh, yes, my grandmother was a great cook. From her I learned to enjoy cooking.
“From now on you’re going to take care of the food,” the girl turned around with a start and began to tremble. Seeing her, he continued with a smile. Why does it scare you?
“This kitchen is Roberta’s and she doesn’t let anyone in it. I’m new here and I don’t want to have any problems.
“Roberta doesn’t work here anymore. I need a cook. If you want to help me in the kitchen, just tell me. You won’t be alone; I’ll assign two employees to assist you with the guards’ meals. By the way, you’ll meet two she-wolves who want to work here, it’s just that I just fired three employees.
The news took Valentina by surprise, and while she was eager to know the motives behind Roberta’s departure, she worried that the Moon would think she was a gossip.
“Well, if I accept, my passion is cooking. You just tell me what I prepare for you and I’ll do it. Also, I can ask in the pack who would be willing to be loyal to the alpha’s wife.
“I like you. Make your menus of the day. No matter what you do, it will be fine. I just ask that you don’t use as many spices as Roberta used to.
“Thank you, ma’am, for this opportunity. If at any time you don’t like something about my food, please let me know.
Gina gave him a warm smile in response. After a few minutes of silence, she made her way to the oven and carefully removed a tray full of delicious freshly baked cookies.
“Here’s the dough ready,” he announced, holding the tray gracefully. I’m going to go out for a while and take these cookies. Please finish making the others and distribute them among all the staff of the mansion,” he added with a slight uneasiness in his voice as he watched the crowd carefully.
Valentina nodded confidently and answered.
“Of course, ma’am. Even if we fall short, I can make more dough and take care of lunch for the workers in the mansion.” I turn to the stove area, noticing that nothing was ready. Right now, I’m preparing something special for everyone. You can go quietly,” she concluded with a gentle smile.
Gina deposited the cookies in a container with a lid and walked briskly out of the kitchen. He decided to take a walk to get to know the lush forest better and remembered the trail he had shared with Helena the day before. She moved forward calmly, reveling in the natural beauty around her.
I could feel the rustling of leaves, the melodious song of birds, and the fresh scent of the earth. She walked with a smile on her face as her thoughts wandered. However, suddenly, an unexpected noise whistled in the calm air and made her jump in surprise. Her heart pounded as she babbled, dazed by the sudden interruption.
“Who’s there?” When he heard no answer, he quickened his pace as he said. Why didn’t I wait for Helena where she told me? “She could sense the presence of something. He began to hear the sound of branches breaking with footsteps. Panic gripped his body.
“Helena, is that you?” If you’re playing, I think it’s a bad joke.” He looked back at where the noise was coming from. After a few seconds, he froze when he heard the growl of a wolf. It crossed his mind, “He’s a wild wolf.”
A black wolf crept out of the bushes, growling, and baring its sharp fangs. It moved with calculated slowness, as if it were stalking its prey. Gina was trembling with fear. Although during the time he was with Memnon and Zeus, Eos had taught him not to be afraid, the beast in front of him seemed extremely dangerous.
“Please don’t eat me,” Gina stammered, closing her eyes.
The creature approached her and slowly ran its snout all over Gina’s body. Then he stopped in front of her, standing motionless. Gina, expecting the inevitable attack, kept her eyes closed. However, after a few minutes without feeling any damage, he cautiously opened one eye to meet the animal’s deep black eyes. He stared into those eyes, then heaved a sigh of relief.
“You don’t intend to eat me, do you?” Gina asked, watching the wolf closely. Their fur was abundant and deep black.
The animal simply sat in front of her.
“Okay, you’ve scared me the hell,” Gina admitted, and the wolf turned his head slightly.
“Do you want to be my friend?” I met others of your kind, and they were good friends.” Gina smiled as she recalled the times when she watched Eos play with wolves. My name is Gina.
The animal seemed to understand her. Despite her trembling, Gina stretched out her hand cautiously to stroke the wolf’s fur, and the animal brought its head closer. Seeing this friendly response, Gina couldn’t help but smile.
“You’re really beautiful. I think you and I will be good friends.” Gina uncovered the cookie jar she originally had for Helena and reached in her right hand to pull out a cookie. Although he still felt some fear, he stretched out his hand delicately to the animal’s mouth.NôvelDrama.Org copyrighted © content.
The wolf smelled the cookie and gently took it from his fingers without biting it, then chewed it making an approving sound.
“You liked it, huh?” Gina pulled another cookie out of the jar. These were for a friend, but I’ll share them with you. Just keep it a secret. Gradually, he handed all the biscuits to the animal.
“Now I must go, I have a workout,” Gina began to walk away, and the wolf let out a soft whimper. She watched him for a few moments. I’ll visit you again on this side of the woods tomorrow, and I’ll bring more biscuits.” With a smile, she turned her back to the animal, which watched her walk away.