Julian's POV
I had just completed the spanking, and Angelica lay on the bed, her cries and submission a clear indication that she understood the consequences of her defiance. It was a necessary step to remind her of her place in our pack, and my authority as her mate.
As I stood there, catching my breath, I couldn't help but feel a mixture of emotions. I knew that what I had done was necessary, but it wasn't a moment I enjoyed. The turmoil of emotions within me was evident as I grappled with being both her mate and her disciplinarian.
Angelica's defiance had pushed me to this point, and I needed her to grasp the importance of respecting the pack's structure and my role as her mate. Only then could she truly become a part of our community.
But then, my wolf decided to add his thoughts t
