Aria listened as Olivia spoke, breaking into her thoughts, "I know we just met, but I’d like for you to feel comfortable with me. We’re going to be related, so if you have any questions, please feel free to ask me," Olivia said. They came into the kitchen to straighten up while Liam took his shower. Wiping down the counter, Aria had a hundred questions running through her mind. Finally, she picked out the one that was at the forefront of her thoughts. “Will you explain this mating thing to me? I understand that Liam and I are mates. I feel the pull to him, and when we try, we can read each other's thoughts, but is there more to it? Is there something we have to do to cement this bond?” Olivia smiled at Aria from the sink, “Yes, your bonds have already recognized each other, but the mati

