"Hmm," Teddy frowned and let go of Charlotte's hand as he sensed something was wrong with her. First, she spoke to him boldly; where was she getting the nerve to challenge him? Secondly, her wounds were beginning to heal properly. "You're my wife, and I realize how poorly I have treated you. I want to correct all that. But I need you to understand that I love you; I didn't just agree to marry you as a truce to rule our pack." Charlotte’s eyes shimmered in shock. "You love me?" She pointed to her chest as she asked Teddy, looking at his stern, dark face. "Yes, I do. I truly love you," Teddy confessed, and Charlotte burst out laughing, her laughter beautiful yet incredulous. "Tell me it's all a joke, Alpha. Do you think I have some memory loss or that I'm not alright? Get out of here—I

