Michael's POV
After marking Vera, an unexpected wave of pain swept through my chest, startling me. Why did I feel such agony after marking my mate?
Despite the confusion, I pushed the concern aside for now.
With the date of my departure from The Cold Moon Pack approaching, I needed to solidify my relationship with Vera to bring her with me.
After the press conference, I immediately returned to the hotel to continue my work, bringing Vera along. Sitting with her on the couch, I couldn't help but smile.
“Does being engaged to me make you that happy?” Since announcing our engagement, her smile hadn’t left her face.
I pulled her closer, planting a soft kiss on her forehead, and she responded with a kiss on my lips.
“Of course, when I first saw your reports on TV, I fell in love with y
