"Alexander?" I growled as I rolled over. Sleep had been evading me for some time now. My mom and dad have been harping on me about finding my mate. They hold a grand ball every year to try and help mates find one another, but I have not been able to find her. The first two years, I was technically able to attend the balls. I was busy working on peace treaties with other species. Last year, I went, but didn’t find her. I get how important a mate is, but damn they are driving me up the wall with their nonsense. My fathers will be stepping down in the next 20 years. Seems like a lot of time, but there is also a lot to learn. Being the The oldest of the 6 is a whole other level of responsibility. "ALEXANDER, IF YOU ARE NOT UP IN 5 MINUTES, I WILL BEAT YOUR ASS!" My mother yelled do

