'Thanks mum.'.

Diane was left alone with Xavier again. The wolves around started to notice their presence in the room. Once they all did, everywhere quietened.

~~>

Xavier and Diane were settled on their reserved seat in the front part of the hall. From where their table was set, it was easy to see every wolf in the hall which is quite satisfying. The curious stares of the wolf guests still on them. It took a while before something else caught their attention. The dj chose that time as the perfect period to start the evening with a soft pop.

Xavier pressed his palm on Diane's shoulders. 'You can relax,...