*Melania* I turned and caught Brock with his mouth hanging open, his eyes wide and unblinking. I shot him a warning glance, silently questioning my own actions. "Did you take over and make me say all that stuff?" I thought, addressing Anastacia in my mind. *Anastacia* Anastacia threw her head back and laughed, her laughter filling the air. "Girl, that's all you," she said between laughs. "The pack members will expect a mating ceremony," she continued, her laughter bellowing at my discomfort. *Melania* I glanced at the crowd, mustering a smile, and asked them to all stand and enjoy the food provided. Then, I reached for Brock's hand, a show of unity (at least that's the excuse I’m going with). He still looked shocked, so I leaned in close and whispered in his ear, a smirk playing on my

