Charles It took all of my self-discipline not to run from where I stood on the platform and scoop the woman into my arms. She looked stunning in her red gown as she followed along behind my Alpha and Luna. I knew this meant trouble for the love spell on Marissa. Sookie had warned us what would happen if either of us found our true mate, though had it been the she-b***h instead of me, things would have been less complicated. “I need to find Sookie, now.” I whispered into Sloan’s ear before slipping from the platform. The older woman had felt it improper to join the festivities meant for werewolves, choosing instead to stay in the Alpha quarters. I worked my way through the crowd, fighting the urge to turn back and claim my mate in front of everyone. Every step I took away from the woman

