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Startled, Tracy scooted backwards and tumbled out of the bed to the floor. Her sudden surprise
drew her wolf closer, aiding her sight in the dim room. Phoebe sat up, clutching the comforter
close to cover her nudity as she studied the she-wolf with a sigh. It was the second time in as many days a female obsessed with her mate intruded into what was supposed to be their private
sanctuary.
Jason assured her he increased security within the packhouse and she doubted their warriors
were lax in their responsibilities. Then again, this she-wolf was an alpha’s daughter and used to
living a privileged life. Yet, her mate was an unranked pack member. She probably had been
sneaking out to see him. If she could sneak out, then she knew how to sneak in as well.
“W-what are you doing here?” Tracy demanded.
“This is my room,” Phoebe answered. “Where else would I sleep? Shouldn’t I be asking you that?
However, I think I already know the answer.”
Tracy moved to reply, but snapped her mouth closed. What could she say? Phoebe studied the
she wolf with a look of pity, but such behavior couldn’t be tolerated.
Her eyes shimmered silver as Máni woke from her slumber. As their spirits synced, Phoebe’s voice
took a richer, huskier tone, “Do you have any idea what you are doing to your Mate? He will feel
every moment of your betrayal as pain rips through him, shattering his soul into a million pieces. Is
that what you want?”
“Nobody asked you, Tracy sneered, feeling her face warm with embarrassment.
“I wasn’t talking to you,” Phoebe gently admonished, her voice still in its lower register. “You should
know most Lunas won’t be as understanding as me. If you want to keep your Mate, pup, you’ll have
to be more assertive. You cannot hide in the dark anymore. Understand? You are the daughter of an Alpha. Act like it.”
Phoebe’s eyes flickered back to gray as the bathroom door opened. The sound of the toilet flushing echoed as Jason stepped out. His form was briefly backlit by the soft glow of the bathroom’s light. Tracy softly gasped as her gaze took in his hard, nude form. He was even more
magnificent than she guessed.
Jason yawned, reaching the bed and was surprised to find Phoebe sitting up waiting for him. Sliding beside her, his arms immediately engulfed her as he buried his nose into the nape of her
neck, kissing her loudly.
“Jason,” Phoebe sighed, her voice once again normal. “We have a visitor.”
“What visitor?” Jason slowly pulled away. His gaze fell on Tracy and he growled, “What are you doing here?”
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Tracy shivered as his enraged aura washed over her. His eyes shimmered amber as his wolf
pressed close. There was no sign of sympathy, pity or desire for her.
…Jason,” Phoebe said, stroking his cheek and gently turning his attention back to her.
He relaxed, his aura withdrawing. Her scent was calm and all-consuming, causing his wolf to subside. She chuckled as his embrace tightened.
“Our guest was just leaving. Weren’t you?”
“What are you…” Tracy’s protest suddenly fell silent as her eyes shimmered. Her voice became
nasally and in a higher pitch, “Yes Luna. I understand.”
Tracy turned and walked toward the door. Her gait was awkward, almost robotic or perhaps like a
puppet on strings. But it was to be expected. Wolf spirits were not accustomed to their human
form and moving was not as instinctual as it was in wolf form, but it was not impossible, at least for the short duration it would take for her to return to her pack and claim her mate. Reaching the door, she opened it and continued on her way.
Phoebe opened a mindlink to the guard standing on the landing leading to their floor. No doubt he would be surprised, but she didn’t want the young she-wolf harmed. She just wanted her escorted
back to her room and watched to ensure she didn’t wander again.
“What….just happened?” Jason asked, watching the she-wolf’s retreat.
“I just gave her some friendly advice: she-wolf to she-wolf,” Phoebe shrugged.
Jason looked at her confused and somewhat skeptical. Yet she didn’t seem perturbed and she
wasn’t injured. He supposed he could let it slide for the time being, “Have I told you today how
amazing you are?”
“Well, since it is past midnight…no. First time today.”
“Then let me show you,” he pulled her back down on the bed as his attention moved to the mark on
her neck. Phoebe moaned with pleasure, letting him pull her back to bed.
In truth, she wasn’t sure exactly what happened once Máni synced with her. She knew their aura had come rushing out, but after that everything seemed to happen in a fog. Whatever happened, she felt a heaviness in her limbs and Máni’s exhaustion seeped into her. They were more than
ready for their mate to take care of them the rest of the night.
Tracy sat at one of the communal tables eating breakfast alongside her father. Most of the visitors
were content to ignore them as Glacier Peak was not a prominent pack and were not proper guests. But there were a few wanting to approach and glean more information about the previous day’s events.
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Her father was embarrassed by the whole fiasco, but Tracy calmly answered their inquiries. If any noticed her fingers occasionally had difficulty holding her fork or that her voice changed to a
different pitch or that her eyes swirled amber, they didn’t voice any concerns. Most were more
curious whether she intended to accuse Jason of other infidelities, but Tracy only expressed her
desire to return home to her mate.
Mindless chatter ceased when Phoebe entered the dining hall. Blake and Emma danced around
her, perfectly happy and content as they made their way to the buffet-style breakfast spread.
Phoebe chuckled as she loaded their plates, according to the pair’s cravings. None seemed to notice, or at least pretended not to notice, their audience.
Emma turned suddenly, exclaiming, “Daddy!”
Jason entered the dining hall, chatting with Luke about the border patrols, unperturbed by the
alphas and lunas watching his every move. They undoubtedly had several questions after the incident at the pool, but as long as Phoebe was unconcerned and their bond undamaged, he didn’t
really care.
Emma’s sudden exclamation caught everyone’s attention as she rushed toward Jason with her arms outstretched. He scooped her up without hesitation. With a laugh, he tossed her up and caught her before blowing raspberries against her cheek. Emma shrieked with giggles, wrapping
her arms around him as he nuzzled her.
Luke chuckled. After so many years of dealing with Jason’s often reserved nature, it was still strange to see him acting like a loving father. Jason had always been fair but stern. Now, he was far more easy-going and relaxed.
Hearing his Beta’s chuckle, Jason shot him a just you wait look. Luke had been mated for the past few years, yet they hadn’t produced a pup. Jason had a sneaking suspicion his friend had been deliberately postponing starting a family. But now he had his mate and two pups to call his own, so there was no need for Luke to hold back. If he was right, then Blue Moon would see a dramatic
increase in pups very soon.
Without a word, he carried the happy pup to a long communal table that had become the unofficial seating for Blue Moon’s higher ranks. There Phoebe was setting down the pups’ breakfasts. Setting Emma in her seat beside her brother, Jason gave the pup a pat on the head and roughed Blake’s hair. Jason was not only wrapped around his Luna’s fingers, but their adopted pups as well.
While Phoebe went to collect drinks, Jason followed to load his own breakfast plate before joining the pups. Luke, Mona, Lucille, Ben and Norah soon joined them, quickly filling up the table. They chatted easily as Alpha Reed finally made his appearance and even chose to sit with them. He was followed by Alpha Atticus and Luna Koko.
This brought a fresh wave of murmurs from the others. Just like in meetings, alphas from smaller packs never associated with those from larger ones, maintaining their unspoken hierarchy. But
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Reed and Atticus spoke comfortably with one another over their shared knowledge of herbs.
Phoebe returned,
breakfast, Jas giving the pups glasses of juice. Before she could leave in search of her own
breakfast, Jason clutched her hand and pulled her into his lap. She laughed at his shamelessness,
rewarding him with a kiss, but when she tried to stand he held her firm.
“Jason,” Phoebe gently admonished, “I have to get my breakfast.”
“It’s right here,” Jason nodded to the table.
She looked to see a plate heaped with scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, sausage, bacon and toast.
Looking at him, she said, “That’s yours.”
“I’ll get more, so eat all you want,” he nuzzled her.
Lucille and the others chuckled, but Phoebe found she wasn’t the least bit embarrassed. No one
ever showed her as much care as Jason. Máni was in full agreement, basking in their mate’s
attention.
Jason growled possessively as Phoebe snuggled in his arms. Though she downplayed her
rejection, he knew it had a profound effect on her. When they first met she had been wary and
stand-offish. It had been her way of protecting herself. Even so, it hadn’t taken long for her warm
nature to emerge. Lobo reveled in every bit of affection she gave them in return. Her love was only
for them, though they didn’t mind sharing her with the pups.
Reaching for the plate, Phoebe paused as a new couple entered the dining hall. She smiled as they
filled their plates before joining them. William and Lily greeted those already at the table. Reed, in
particular, was eager to see his sister, who had not been seen since yesterday.
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