“How’s my baby girl!” Beta Nolan said, swooping Charli into a tight hug, and she laughs when she realizes that his hugs used to squeeze the breath from her lungs but now, they don’t. “Royal Beta Drake, it’s a pleasure to see you.” Her dad says offering him his hand and the two men shake briefly, “and who's this?” Her dad asks, looking over at Marcus who had been patiently awaiting his turn to greet him. “Marcus Sir, Charli’s friend from Academy.” He explains, and Beta Nolan grips the young man's hand tightly. “It’s nice to meet you son, I’m glad you could visit.” He tells him kindly and Marcus squints his eyes over at Charli, having been nervous for nothing.
“You guys hungry? I’ll take you out to eat and celebrate you getting your wolf.” Her dad tells her touching her nose, then wrappin
