I stood behind Cole as he pushed open the heavy mahogany door of Alpha Ron’s office. After agreeing to an engagement to the Prince of Tairia, it was nice to have him taking the lead and helping me sort out what to do about school and my failing grades. I followed hesitantly behind him.
The Dean sat behind his imposing desk, which was piled high with mounds of paper. His face was lined with concentration but his eyes shone compassionately as he looked up to greet them.
“Welcome, Alpha Cole and Miss Sloan,” Alpha Ron said. “What can I do for you?”
Cole stepped forward. “We need a leave of absence, sir,” he said blatantly.
Alpha Ron’s gaze flickered between us. “A leave of absence?” he said slowly. “What is the purpose of this leave?”
“It’s urgent, sir,” I said. “My family is in trouble and they need my help. I need to go help them immediately.”
Alpha Ron sat back in his seat as I explained the entire situation.