NADIA. Instead of focusing on preparing ourselves for the dinner, we spent time talking about Katarina and Aeon. Katarina didn’t want to spill the beans, but I just couldn’t ignore the sadness in her eyes, and eventually, she told me everything. And my heart was crushed, not just for her but for Alpha Darvin. I wished we could do something, but from what Katarina told me, only she and Alpha Aeon knew of her brother’s ordeal. And I hoped the Alpha would tell Riley because I don’t think I would be able to hide it from my mate. "But let’s forget about me or anything I told you." Katarina’s lips curled into a smile as she shifted her gaze between me and Jenny. "Tonight we will enjoy your dinner because this is all about you and that pup there." She pointed her finger at my stomach before gently tapping it. I just let out a deep sigh. I knew I would enjoy the dinner because Riley and Zahra were here, but how would I look at Alpha Darvin without my heart clenching in pain? We might neve

DAWSON. I rested my arms on the chairs beside me as I looked at everyone at the table while the Omegas were serving food. The night was turning out to be boring, not because the people around me were boring. It was simply because I felt alone, especially every time I looked at Riley and his Luna. They seemed to always get lost in their own worlds, and we had to draw their attention to remind them we were around. Plus the fact that my brother, Caleb, found his mate today. Not that I was jealous of Caleb. If there was anyone who deserved to find their mate, it was him. It was about fucking time so he could take the position that rightfully belonged to him by birth. And I hope things will work out between him and Anya. And no, I never fancied Anya. I was just playing around. I already knew she was already 18 because Caleb couldn’t shut his mouth up about that female. I just didn’t expect him to think that I was hitting on the female he wanted, but maybe because I took my joke too

BETA DOMINIC. I prepared the bonfire and excused myself from the young crowd. I went straight to the pack house to help my parents and the others in the receiving room so they could have their own party, and I also handed over the keys to the bedrooms I assigned to them for tonight. Mom and Dad, and Nicole decided to spend the night here. And Riley had asked his mother and Leandro to stay as well, which Zahra accepted right away. When I had done my job, I threaded my way back to the forest where I left the Alpha and Luna with their guests. I was almost there when I saw a petite figure walking through the forest, going in the other direction, away from where the bonfire was. Sofia. I debated whether I should follow her or just leave her alone. I knew the grounds were safe, but I remembered the sadness on her face that she had all night, and I was curious to find out why. So instead of going back to the bonfire, I went after her without making any noise. The wind was blowing away f

(YOUNG) ALPHA CALEB. "What if you found out I was not good enough for you?" She was speaking in a soft voice, biting her lips, but her eyes were staring directly at me. "Anya, who am I to judge if you’re not good enough for me? How about you? Do you think I’m not good enough for you?" Her eyes widened as she pulled her hand away from mine and crossed her arms over her chest, and began walking. I followed after her, leaving a distance between us as I waited for her response. "You’re an Alpha. Why would you think you wouldn’t be good enough?" "Because my own mate doesn’t want me." She stopped walking and turned around abruptly, her eyes narrowed at me. "I didn’t say I didn’t want you! All I’m saying is... Oh, Goddess! How will I explain this without sounding like a loser here?" She sighed in exasperation, and I tried to suppress the smile on my lips. If this was an overview of what life would be like with Anya, I would dive into this head first. My young mate worried too much and

(YOUNG) ALPHA CALEB. "You will never disappoint me. We’ll take it slow. Do you trust me?" She nodded her head. Her eyes were flitting with desire and need, and I knew I had to give her what she wanted. I withdrew my fingers from her pussy and reached for the hem of her pajama top. My eyes were fixated on her as I pulled it over her head, looking for any signs of regret or that she was changing her mind, but there weren’t any. Her firm, round breasts came into full view, and I found myself salivating to taste them. They’re big but not too big — just perfect for her size and enough to draw attention. And they’re mine. She crossed her arms against her chest, but I was able to stop her and pin her arms over her head. "They’re beautiful. Don’t hide them from me. These babies are made for me." With my hand holding her arms above her head, I leaned my face down on her chest, capturing one breast with my mouth. She moaned and whimpered before arching her back and pressing her breast f