Hugh had been a little disheartened when the Luna had quickly ushered Alana out of the room after Alpha George had made his announcement. Davina and Alana left Hugh and Alpha George on their own inside the Alpha's bed chamber. "I assume you have no quarrels if some of the usual ceremony actions do not occur tomorrow. We are a bit short on time, it would seem." Alpha George said, bringing Hugh's attention back to him.
Hugh turned and said, "It is no bother to me as long as we are working to ensure Alana is safe away from danger at the hands of the MacLeod Clan. I do need to confess something to you." At the Alpha's raised brow, Hugh went on, "Alana has made me promise something to her. I do not want you to be angry with her. However, it does involve you as well. Alana has asked me that on
