Iris’ eyes grew even wider. “What? No!” I stared at her suspiciously. “You blushed.” “I did not.” “You absolutely did.” She grabbed the nearest pillow and hugged it to her chest. “It was because you shouted.” “Mhm.” “I mean it.” I folded my arms. “So… you didn’t find your mate?” She bit her lower lip before shaking her head. “I don’t know.” Now she had my full attention. “What do you mean you don’t know?” She let out a slow breath. “I’ve never met him before.” “Where did you see him?” “Near the pack clinic.” “The pack clinic?” She nodded. “I had gone to pick up some herbs.” She shifted closer, lowering her voice as though someone might be listening. “I wasn’t paying attention because I was carrying too many baskets.” “And then?” “I bumped into someone.” I smirked. “Clas

