Discovery.

Darren's POV.

Alpha Dean faced me immediately after he finished eating, he began wiping his hands.

His face was as serious as ever, I knew that it would be serious news, something more intense that I could imagine.

I swallowed nervously, wondering if I was actually ready to hear what he had to say.

He looked at me expectantly, his eyes were dark and concerned. I felt my heart beating in a strange manner in my chest as the moment grew more and more real.

I didn't want Leila's father to be responsible anymore, but if he is, I don't know what I'll do.

I know how insufferable I'll be, I'll make her life terrible and also it'll hurt me because she's my mate.

"Are you ready?" Alpha Dean asked, staring at me.

"Give me a moment to collect myself." I said, offering a small smile.

He nodded and then continued cleaning himself up.

I sighed in relief that he understood that was all I needed to calm down.

I cleared my throat after a minute, composing myself as best I could.

Once I did, I looked a