Chapter 134

Victoria's POV "Grandfather! How could you not even ask for my opinion?" I protested, feeling cornered. Sure, Patrick Wagner was an old friend, but he was still a fully grown male. If it had been Grace staying at my place, that would be one thing, but Patrick? It was more than a little awkward. My grandfather, William, waved off my concerns. "What objection could you possibly have? I think it's perfect. You two can look after each other." "I don't need anyone looking after me, nor am I interested in looking after anyone else," I said firmly, my wolf Nora pacing restlessly inside me. "Besides, we're unattached adults. It's inappropriate. Why don't I buy you a new house instead? Something ready to move into immediately. I can have it arranged by tomorrow. Patrick can manage one more night here, right?" There was no way I was letting Patrick Wagner stay at my place. Living with a male who wasn't my mate? I couldn't miss the matchmaking gleam in William's eyes. William Lancaster might be t