Ares's phone beeped. He pulled it from his pocket. The screen showed a message from Theon.
"Is it okay if I reply to these messages?" He asked, looking straight at Vessara.
She nodded. "Sure. Go ahead."
Ares tapped on his phone and scrolled to Theon's DM.
Theon: Hello, Red Wolf. Just checking you. Are you good?
Ares typed. I'm fine. Don't worry.
Theon: Do not forget your promise.
Ares: I haven't forgotten—
He was still typing when another message entered.
Theon: We had a deal—one month. No alcohol. No sex. Keep the wolf calm.
Ares: I know the rule. I made them myself.
Theon: Just reminding you. Call me if you need anything.
Ares: I will.
Ares put the phone down on the space next to him. He looked up at Vessara. "Sorry about that. My uncle worries too much about me." He apologized.
