Liz POV
I was bursting with pride over how Ashton handled himself in front of his brother and parents today. Sophie as well, but then again, I already knew that she had no effect on him. Not when I could feel the mate bond growing and flourishing between him and me. I had resigned myself to it when I told him I would give him a chance. Even in his brokenness I could see the Alpha in him, and I knew if I chose him that would also mean I would be choosing to become his Luna. Now I saw my Alpha in all his glory, and I felt like I could explode with pride over him. He’s come so far in such a short amount of time, and he’s done it out of the strength of his own character. Not everyone is so brave or willing to face their traumas and demons head-on like he had. Now he’s reaping the benefits of
