Chapter 76

**Chapter 76**
**Judy’s POV**

I wasn’t blind. The guy in the parlor with Irene and Ethan was really attractive. He also looked a bit familiar, which caught my attention. He was looking right at me.

I felt like I was the only person in the world, and it made my cheeks burn.

I blinked a few times and managed to give him a small smile before quickly leaving the room. I joined Ma outside. He was busy throwing daggers at the dummies. His form was impressive.

As I walked over, I noticed how much he had improved over time. When I got closer, he paused and took the water bottle I offered him.

“Do you know if Irene is expecting company today?” I asked, sitting down on the grass next to him.

He turned to look in the direction of the house, thinking for a moment.

Matt stood in front of the villa, thinking for a moment. Suddenly, he recognized something.

“My cousin Walter is visiting for the month,” Matt said. “I only met him once, but I believe he’s supposed to be here soon.”

I furrowed my brows as I thought about it. Then it hit me—he looked familiar because he was Walter Landry.

“Walter Landry? The French journalist?” I asked, raising my eyebrows in surprise.

I knew about Walter Landry from the news. He was well-known for his work in journalism.

I thought it was just a coincidence that the new guy had the same last name as Gavin. I didn’t realize he was actually related to Gavin Landry and his family. Matt, however, nodded his head and looked up at me.

“Yes,” he said.

“He answered, ‘You’ve heard of him?’

‘Of course, I’ve heard of him. His work is incredible,’ I replied, shaking my head in disbelief. ‘I can’t believe you are actually related to him.’”

“His last name is Landry,” Matt said with a smirk.

“Yeah, but I thought it was just a coincidence,” I admitted. “What’s he doing here?”

Matt started to respond, but before he could finish, another voice interrupted.

I felt a chill from behind me, freezing me in place.

“I’m looking for my next new story. Do you have any leads for me, Miss Montague?”

I turned quickly to see Walter approaching us. The sun was shining brightly, casting warm rays on him as he walked closer.

He looked like an angel shining under bright lights. He was definitely handsome, but not as handsome as Gavin. The resemblance between them was clear.

I blinked a few times, trying to get my focus back.

“It’s an honor to meet you,” I said, reaching out my hand for a shake.

He looked at my hand for a moment, then smirked. After a brief pause, he took my hand. His hand was warm, and I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness.

He didn’t shake my hand. Instead, he brought it to his lips and gently kissed the top of it.

“No need for formalities,” he said with a smile. “You can call me Walter.”

“Then you can call me…”

“Call me Judy,” I replied.

**Chapter 007**

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“Judy…” he said softly, as if he were savoring my name. “What a lovely name.”

“How long are you visiting for?” he asked, his curiosity clear in his voice.

“Walter?”

“I’m only here for a month,” he replied. “Unless I’m given a reason to stay longer.”

He looked into my eyes when he said that last part, and I understood exactly what he meant.

“Oh, Judy. I see you’ve met my cousin,” Irene said as she walked towards us, with Ethan following behind her. Ethan looked really angry as he stared at Walter, and I couldn’t help but wonder what was bothering him.

“Yes,” I replied.

“He’s really charming,” I said, sitting up straighter.

“That’s my cousin for you,” she chuckled. “We were so close when we were kids. I’m really happy to have him here. It’s his first time visiting our country.”

“I was going to show him around the pack. Do you want to join us?”

“I can’t. I still have some work to do with Matt,” I replied, pointing to Matthew, who was busy throwing daggers at dummies.

Irene watched for a moment, then turned her attention back to me.

Irene pouted, her face showing clear disappointment.

“Then we should probably get going,” Ethan said, grabbing Irene’s arm. “We have places to go. Don’t we, Walter?”

Walter kept his eyes on mine, not looking away.

“Actually…”

“I’d like to stick around for a bit longer. Maybe I could help Judy here,” he said.

I raised my eyebrows at him.

“You think you could be helpful to me?” I asked. “I don’t…”

“I think we need a journalist on the field. But thanks.”

I started to turn and walk away, but Irene’s voice stopped me.

“Actually, Wallie has plenty of warrior training. He’s going to be the new Alpha of the Black.”

“Irene explained that Night will take over the pack in France once his father retires. When he’s not running his own journalism company, he’s training with the warriors. He’s learning everything he needs to know about being an Alpha.”

Walter smirked at her words.

I raised my eyebrows at him.

“Is that so?” I asked.