Ryan's POV The closer we got to the dining room, the louder the voices grew as the pack chatted happily together waiting for dinner to be served. I always loved the close-knit family feel of our pack. Even though we were one of the largest packs in existence, our members built strong relationships with each other, always making community a priority. That was never more evident than the camaraderie they shared at meal times. However, I could tell the obvious size of the crowd was making Kat a little uneasy. Reegan seemed to sense it at the same time and we both moved closer to her, hoping to calm her with our presence. As we entered the hall, a hush fell over the room. My brother and I had never brought a woman to dinner before, leading to understandable curiosity from the pack. We led her straight to our table, not stopping to meet anyone’s eyes, effectively letting everyone know they would not be receiving an introduction just yet. They soon resumed their conversations, knowing we

Kat's POV Moonlight was still filtering in through the huge bedroom window when my eyes fluttered open. I looked at the clock sitting on the bedside table. 4:30 am. Why was I awake so early? As soon as the question flitted through my head, my bladder answered me. Next question: How was I going to get out of bed without waking the two hulking men who had me trapped between them. Apparently we had shifted in the night. I was now draped across Reegan’s chest, one leg over him twisted between his legs. Ryan was nearly lying on top of my back, his arm wrapped securely around my waist. I had no wiggle room but I was oddly comfortable. Despite the sparks zinging my skin where we touched, I had slept like a rock. I could feel Cara stirring in the back of my mind, starting to wake up as well. “Good morning!” She murmured. “What a marvelous way to wake up!” I didn’t exactly disagree with her but I was a bit wary as well. What had gotten into me last night? That was so not supposed to happen

Reegan’s POV I could not wait to take my baby girl out on our first date. So much has happened in the short time since we first met. Not all of it good. I was really looking forward to the opportunity to just spend time with her away from the pack house. We needed some time to get to know each other better as people, not just as wolves with a mate bond between us. Don’t get me wrong. I would be eternally grateful to the Moon Goddess for pairing me with Katalina Connor. I had no doubt that without the pull of the mate bond, I would have no chance with a woman like her. But even with the bond, happily-ever-after was not a guarantee. If my brother and I wanted this, we were going to have to work hard for it. And I’d never wanted anything more in my life. I was willing to do whatever it took to prove myself worthy of her. I wanted to know everything about her, what she liked and disliked, all her hopes and dreams. But I also wanted her to know me. The real me. Not the fucked up asshol

Kat’s POV As the song came to a close, I could barely contain the exhilaration coursing through me! I hadn’t realized how much I missed this. A love for music in all its forms was something each member of our group of friends shared. We used to sing karaoke or at open mic nights every chance we got. When Jesse and I broke up, it was just too awkward to continue. Larissa never wanted to join, saying she wasn’t musically inclined. And of course Jesse and I wouldn’t be singing together anymore. It was hard enough to avoid each other as it was. So we all just stopped going. Singing with Tyler tonight reminded me what a rush it was to do something I loved, especially when the crowd got into it like they were now. As soon as the music stopped, the crowd was on their feet cheering. Tyler picked me up and swung me around, obviously enjoying himself as much as I was. He hopped down off the stage then reached his arms up for me to jump to him, kissing me on the cheek as he set me on my fe

Reegan’s POV “Fuck” I roared as I punched a hole in my bedroom wall. I knew I had fucked up as soon as the words left my mouth and I saw the pain flash in Kat's eyes before she masked it. I had taken the one thing she needed to heal from, the one thing we needed her to heal from in order to allow herself to accept us, and torn the scar wide open, leaving a fresh, gaping wound. Why the fuck couldn’t I just keep my damn mouth shut? She had been so happy after she finished that song, even letting me shower her with affection without pulling away. And the way she was smiling at me, like I was her hero for giving her a simple compliment. Then I went and let my own insecurities ruin it. What a fucking idiot! Rikkon couldn’t agree more, berating me in my head. “You hurt mate! You made her sad!” He accused. “You think I don’t fucking know that?!” I barked back at him. “I already know I don’t deserve her. I prove it every time I open my mouth. What do you want from me?” He didn’t an