Natalie looked up at Will as she continued to make the hamburger patties. Will smiled a little. They were standing in the kitchen, Natalie making the patties as he peeled potatoes for the potato salad. About ten minutes ago, unable to watch Reid flirting with Hannah any longer, he had left the backyard where the others had gathered and joined Natalie in the kitchen. She had accepted his offer to help and started him on the potatoes. Now, she gave him a curious look. “Should I be leaving some of these um – raw?” He laughed. “No, ma’am. Lycans will eat cooked meat.” She stared thoughtfully at him. “I’ll ask Jim to cook your burgers rare.” He grinned at her. “Thank you, ma’am.” “Natalie.” She reminded him. “Thank you, Natalie. That’s very kind of you.” They worked in silence for a while, both of them glancing up when a soft scream came from the backyard. Ryan had found some old water guns in the shed and he, Jeremy and Reid were stalking Selena, Hannah and Danny.
