Victor POVSweet honeysuckle and lavender filled my nose leaving a smile on my face. I took in a deep breath filling my lungs with the delicious scent. There was something else, but I could not quite place it. It was similar to the lavender but with a lighter tone. Either way, it felt soothing and warm, and even Ivan was wagging his tail as he purred in my mind.I opened my eyes to the beautiful sight of my mate curled up in my embrace. Her hair was splayed across her pillow and over her face. I gently swiped it aside and gazed upon her sleeping form. My heart was full and my mind at ease as I thought back to last night. I was crazy even terrified when I came across her lying gasping for breath in her yard. She fought her attacker hard and won, but almost lost her life in the process. I thought I was going to lose her, and my heart crashed. Then, seeing her in the hospital completely healed and sitting up, and face full of anger; I was so glad that she was alive and well. I would take

Ronin POVAfter a restless night’s sleep in unknown territory, I woke before the birds and lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling. A few minutes later, I struggled out of bed and shuffled to the bathroom to shower. The cool water awakened my tired and sluggish body. Once done, I stepped into the closet and grabbed my clothes for the day. I know we are meeting with the Alpha for breakfast and then into a meeting regarding the alliance. I’m unsure, but Mother says it would suit our pack.I finished getting dressed when I heard a knock at my door. I could sense Jax standing there nervously, so I answered.“Come in, Jax.” He opened the door quickly and shut it behind him.“Alpha.” He nodded his head before leaning against the door. “No offense, Ronin, but what are we doing here?” I raised my eyebrows at him in question. “We are in the middle of a foreign pack in the middle of nowhere with no guards, just you, me, and the Luna. Have we gone mad?” I growled at his observance but couldn’t di

Victor POVI led Tori to meet our guests from the office and go to the dining room. I held the door for her, and we stepped in to see they were waiting for us.We all sat around the table and began dishing food onto our plates. Light conversation held our attention, but soon enough, I noticed Ronin glance nervously at Tori and continue to fidget in his chair. He looked like he wanted to say something to her but wasn’t sure how to begin.“Alpha Ronin?” I placed my utensils down and clasped my hands together. “You seem nervous. I can assure you we are quite safe here.” I tried to be as calm as possible and not come off as condescending.“Thank you, Beta, but I am just unsure…” He took a breath and glanced at Tori, who had moved her attention to him.“Alpha Ronin, are you weary of me? I am only here to help you. I do not want to make you uncomfortable.” Her glorious voice floated across the table and put everyone at ease.He gave her a small smile and cleared his throat. “My mother has h

Tori POV“Get away from my mate!” Beta Jax's voice boomed, filled with a protective fury.I whipped my head around to see Alpha Ronin holding back his enraged Beta. His eyes were piercing black, meaning his wolf had taken over and wanted to get to his mate, not understanding that we were helping her to heal.“Beta…” Tammy leaned slowly towards me and whispered.“No sudden movements. We don’t want him to attack.”“Why would he attack? We’re not doing anything!” I whisper yelled back, never taking my eyes off of the Beta.“His wolf has taken over. He doesn’t know we are healing her; he thinks we are hurting her.” She swallowed heavily and spared a glance at me. “Tori, he’s a Beta wolf fighting for his mate. Do not cross him! He could take down the Alpha right now!” I shook my head, and before I could say anything more, Mystic spoke.‘Tori, Jasper is going crazy. Slowly let go of her hands and place them in your lap. I will try to talk him down.’‘Who the hell is Jasper!’ I thought to my