Chapter 248: Part 7

Veda

I shake my hand and laugh. Holding the wiggling ball away from me, I look into her small face. "You don't scare me." She tries to nip me again, but she can't reach. "Teething, I see. You should have all but your back molars in by now. Let's see what I have to help." I look back to Mandy. "Can I place her on the floor while I check my cupboard?"

"As long as you have nothing of value that will perish under sharp teeth. Could I have some tea also? I need to calm my nerves."

My heart sinks slightly. "It must have been hard to bring your child out here to me."

Mandy looks stunned. "Umm, no. That was the easy decision this morning. I'm arguing with my mate and I don't want to be around him. Out here, he may not find me."

The bear cub bites the tip of my toe. I squeal and laugh. She's absolutely adorable. "You watch her while I make us tea and give her something to chew on. I know just the thing."