Okay, Clint confessing that his mate will be his everything made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I almost want to be his mate if that’s really how he feels. I’ve never wanted to be with him, but the way he talks about his mate makes me consider changing my mind. When we get back to the packhouse, I go to my room and look for an outfit for tonight. Cali is coming over and we’ll get ready together before we meet up with my guards for the evening. It’s nothing fancy, but I also like to make sure I look good when I go out. You never know when you’re going to meet your mate. Not that I’m old enough yet to know, but if he’s there, better to make a good first impression. And who knows, maybe Clint will show up. So, I’m wearing a black fringe romper with black high heels. Calista chose her usual elegance, with a colorful sequined dress that looks great on her. She’s wearing gold heels and we’ve both done up our hair. I’m leaving mine down in its usual fat curls, but Calista has straighten

“Lily! Oh my goddess! What was that tonight?” As soon as the guys left my room, Cali jumped on me. “What? I’ve kissed Clint a few times. He’s a really good kisser.” “Lily, do you realize that you would kiss from through like four songs?” Okay, no, I didn’t realize that. “What happened to not giving in to them?” She asks me. “I’m not giving in to him. I’ve been very clear that I won’t have sex with him, and he doesn’t push it. He’s actually been rather sweet about it. He doesn’t push me to do more than I’m comfortable with.” I tell her. “Did you kiss Anders tonight?” I ask her. Her blush is answer enough, but I want to hear her say it. “Yes.” She turns away from me, grabbing her nightgown. “But nothing like what you and Clint did.” “Was he a good kisser?” I ask her, ignoring her comment about me and Clint. She turns and looks at me. “Yeah, he was.” She says with a smile. “When is your date?” “Tomorrow. He wants to take me out, then dinner, then a surprise.” “Are you going

When the rogues attacked, I didn’t think twice about jumping in to help. Clint’s stupid command to stay behind wasn’t one I had any intention of listening to. I’m a warrior, that’s my job. What I hadn’t thought through was that once I shifted, everyone would know that Andra is a Guardian. Her golden eyes would give us away. During the fight, everyone was too busy to notice, but once it was over, the warriors noticed it quickly. I’ve sparred with Lyle. He’s a good man and a great warrior. Obviously, I know his son Lucas well too, since he wanted to take me on a date. I trust that Lyle means what he says when he tells Donovan that he will keep me safe. I’m not exactly sure about the other warriors. If anything, I’m in for a bunch of wolves suddenly showing me a lot of interest. The attention is unwanted, but I’m not sure there is anything I can do about it. As a Guardian, I would make a powerful mate. It’s why I’m thankful that Alpha Patrick gives his Alpha command to keep this inform

My brain is spinning. Clint’s kisses have that effect on me. It takes me a moment to come back to reality and when I do, I realize that the entire restaurant has gone quiet. I look around and see that everyone, and I mean everyone in the restaurant has stopped eating and is looking at us. My cheeks get hot with my blush. He claimed me. He claimed me in front of a restaurant full of pack members. I look back up at him and he hasn’t taken his eyes off me. He doesn’t care who is watching us. “Did you hear me, Lily? You are mine. Do you want me to shout it out to everyone here?” He starts to take a breath. “NO!” I put my fingers on his lips. “No.” I say again, more calmly and he kisses my fingers. He pulls my fingers from his lips and leans down to gently kiss my lips again. “Ready to go, then?” I just nod. He takes my hand, walking up to our waitress who is looking as shocked as everyone else and he hands her the bill with some cash before leading me outside to his car. He leans in,

My father invited Alpha Mahli to visit. It can only mean one thing. He can’t tell Alpha Mahli about me, but if he is here, there’s a strong possibility that he would see Andra or see her in my eyes. If he didn’t already want me, he would once he knew I was a Guardian. The threat of being taken by Alpha Mahli, and with my father’s help, was very real. As soon as Clint drops me off at my room, I pack for the weekend. It’s spring, but Maine is cooler than Georgia. I’ve never been, and I’m excited to see someplace new. As soon as I finish packing, I head up to the roof. I’ve become accustomed to sleeping beside Clint, but even if I wasn’t, I know I’d need him and Donovan to sleep tonight. When I get to the roof, he is waiting for me. He pulls me into his arms, holding me. “How are doing, Lily bud?” “Better now.” I told him I’d be honest as much as I could, and so I am. That means opening myself up, making myself vulnerable and I’m hoping I don’t regret it. He kisses the tip of my nose.