Dane pov Making our way back to the packhouse, my mind is racing with ideas and possibilities of what Deaks found out about our mate. Kage is pacing in my mind feeling restless, wanting me to shift and get home faster. ' Kage, you know our girl hasn't shifted yet. You need to be patient.' He only responds with an annoyed growl. I take hold of Ariah's other hand and start walking quicker until we are almost in a jog. " Slow down, Dane!" Deaks growls at me. " Ariah can't keep up with you!" Sh*t! I forgot how tiny my sweetness is. Slowing my pace, I try to walk at her speed. Finally, we reach the steps leading up to the door of our packhouse. I lead the three of us up the steps and into the foyer, where Dex is already waiting. " So tell me Deakin, what is so urgent, but not enough that

