The Hunted Wolf – Chapter 69

MARK

“We’re not talking about this right now,” I said, my face turning bright red. I knew the exact moment I wanted to propose to Adira. It was before she was pregnant. It was the first day we moved into this pack house. The way she plopped on the bed, completely exhausted but she still had a smile on her face.

Her hair was messy, but she was beautiful. She looked over at me and motioned for me to join her. That was the moment I knew I wanted to marry her, but I didn’t want to rush her. I didn’t want her to feel pressured, which was silly. We were mates, and we loved each other. There shouldn’t be pressure, but Adira always seemed a little scared of commitment, so I didn’t want her to ever feel any kind of pressure.

nd she was having my baby. We didn’t know what the future held for any of us, so I didn’t want to hold back in any way with her anymore.

rings and weddings. Can’t you give me this? You owe me after breaking your promise to me.”

an eyebrow at him. “What are you talking about?”

bout the scouting party, but then you went and ran off without even telling us.” Scythe was checking himself out in the mirror, making sure his hair lo

hat promise.” I rolled my eyes at him

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was my best friend. So was Rie. They  stuck with me when I left Pack Sallow. They helped me set up a n

p bugging me until I gave him a little something.

it’s a bad ring, we can fix it before you propose.”

the ring box out of my pocket.

et. I don’t know if Adira would like a proposal in front of a crowd either, so I don’t think I’ll risk it.”

s herself. She is having your baby and becoming your luna for crying out loud. A marriage proposal? That’s nothing. You are basically married already. That mark on your neck is more important than a ring on your finger.”

.”

t go of my shoulders and smiled. “You’ll know the right time. Don’t stress so much about it. Now, let m

igure out the right moment when it happened, and Adira wasn’t the type for big shows of affection. I was sure if I proposed while we were in bed together, she would be happy with just th

is jaw dropped.

hat looks expensive!” He grabbed the box out

om,” I said. “Thankfully, I didn’t have to spend any money on it.”

s is gorgeous!”

who know about the intent, the less of a secret it would stay.

just like a warrior with his tall posture and hands behind his back. “I know you are getting ready for your ceremony now, but Rie said I could

tepped to the side, giving him space.

ed in, and I could feel his intensity coming off him

can help out with-”

ark. Everything is okay. Don’t worry about that.” Mason still seemed tense, which confused me. I didn’t think he fel

ack member dynamic with Mason. He was Adira’s childhood friend and now Rie’s mate. I hoped one day we could take proper time to get to know each other and maybe become friends.

now. I was talking to Rie about this last night, but I know nothing can happen without your permission.”

already,” Scyt

ook that warned him to be patient. “Please, go on.”

led warrior, and I can help you out wherever you need me. I will be a great asset to this pack if you accept me.”

erring you to this pack, but you have my blessing.”

hat?”

ack.”

ll beaming.

Why don’t you stay while we get ready?” I offered.

nce I’m not on patrol. Thanks, Mark.”

la linked me, drawing my attention away from Mason.

I’m going to have to excuse myself for a moment. Alpha business waits for no one.”

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ADIRA

idn’t need to rush into absorbing his magic. It could wait for another day. Rie insisted it was time for us to start getting ready.

caffeine at this moment, but I wasn’t able to enjoy coffee because of the pregnancy. I was told I could enjoy a nice herbal tea, but that didn’t do anything for my tired body, and I was never a fan of tea.

couldn’t find another excuse to stay in the shower any longer. I stepped

n of Quinn, Callie, Eva, and Cindy. I paused, seeing the sudden, unexpected commotion in the room.

on’t mind.”

the pack house today,” I noted.

t’s okay,” Cindy explained. She was brushing Eva’s hair and helping her get ready.

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eup, and it was very much a typical girl’s night style with conversation.

ainst me and my family. All I had to worry about for a moment was making sure my hair looked okay while laughing with my friends. It seemed a little shallow, but I reminded myself that I deserved to be happy, too.

going? Mark linked to check

could help but smile when I heard Mark in my head.

interrupt you, but I know you would want to