ARIA'S POV After the morning Lucas and I spent together, I had been a little apprehensive, so I turned to my friend, Brielle. Since she has been mated long before me, I felt like she would know more about it. “So, what exactly is the problem? You didn't like it? Hmm, Alpha Lucas doesn't look like he can't handle a woman in bed.“ I blushed. “He does know how to handle me, alright.“ The memory of his large hand on my hips grinding me on his hard length flashed through my head. "Ohhh, look at you blush.“ She cackled. “What's the problem, then?" “Marking… What is it supposed to feel like?“ “Oh. It depends on your partner, and generally, it's supposed to be a little bit painful but a whole lot more pleasurable.“ “Right?“ “Yes." “Lucas doesn't think I'm ready.“ “Your mark is going to

