Alexander’s POV
I am still in awe of my newfound mate. I thought she was perfect in my dreams, but my dreams are nothing compared to reality. She is absolutely breathtaking. I can’t keep my eyes off her. My heart is fluttering so fast. It feels like there is a swarm of butterflies in my stomach. My heart beats for hers and my soul yearns to hold her, to be close to her, and to never let her go. This is not the way I wanted to meet my mate. I wanted to be able to be like mates are, but I can’t do that yet. I want to mate her, mark her, and scream to the heavens that she is mine, but because of my stupid grandmother I can’t. It would put unnecessary risk on Mia, and I can’t do that. I will protect her with my life if needed.
Looking at her, I can tell my mate is shocked by all the inform
