Chapter 39: Uninvited Guests Orion Truth be told, I was not that enamoured with Talus. He was pretty crass and probably a full-blown alcoholic. However, his interest in Orchid seemed genuine. I was certain he hoped he was her father. My wolf certainly seemed convinced that he was our mate’s father. I was not so sure. I needed those paternity test results back as quickly as possible. Orchid’s birthday party was no longer a surprise but she was thrilled nonetheless. We hosted it the very same night after some much needed alone time between my mate and me. Her really peculiar friends were there along with Orchid’s mother who seemed riddled with guilt. I watched closely to see if Talus and Orchid’s mother interacted at all. I saw some recognition in their expressions when their eyes met b