Violetta It took every ounce of energy not to scream. At her smug expression, I forced a slow smile and ignored the lump forming in my throat. "Congratulations," I managed. Did this explain why there was darkness in my mating bond? Ferrara had found a way to dampen it magically so he could be with Kenzi? This was what I wanted. This was what was best for the pack. Best for him. This was why I left. But damn it, I thought it might take a little more time to happen. Kenzi's eyes dropped to my necklace and she gasped. "Oh, how pretty! I'm going to have to tell Ferrara to get me one. I would look amazing in black diamonds." She would. Popping on the barstool, she waved Emerson away. "Give me a few minutes to catch up with my old friend, will you?" Emerson hesitated. "A few minutes. Vio

