The food came quickly, and I felt my stomach grumble in anticipation. As the Alpha guided me through the training grounds, his touch stirred a warmth inside me that I couldn't ignore. "I just giggled inside at how touchy he was, but I don't mind darn mate bond," I whispered to myself, savoring the tingling sensation his hand left on mine.
"Melania, what I am asking isn't mating or marriage or anything like that. I am going to ask if you would like to join our pack. It would help in getting your people to trust you," the Alpha said, his eyes shimmering with sincerity and hope.
I didn't see any harm in it, and it would be nice to have a pack of my own. "Yes, I would like to join your pack," I replied, feeling a sense of belonging settle over me as the Alpha's smile widened, filling the cho
