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As the ceremony concluded and the pack members dispersed to celebrate, the meadow came alive with laughter and joy. Esme's eyes shimmered with excitement as she wrapped her arm around mine, guiding me through the jubilant crowd. The warmth of the oath I had taken still lingered in my heart, and the feeling of acceptance within the pack was overwhelming.
As we danced and celebrated with the pack, I caught sight of Ryder making his way towards us, a bright smile adorning his face. Esme noticed him too and I didn’t miss the frown which crossed her face when she saw him.
“Esme, it’s fine,” I whispered as he approached. “Calm down.”
“I understand,” she replied. “I’m just a bit uncomfortable with the idea of you two together. It just doesn’t sit right with me.”
“I promise you it’s not
