She didn’t take the flowers from Jace when he held them out to her, and stated “I’m sorry, Nora. I’m a terrible Mate, it seems. Please do forgive me, I’ve not been a Mate before and being 130, I’ve apparently forgotten the things one should do for their Mate.” His tone was gentle and cajoling, she thought.
She could see Gloria watching them from her office and played her hand. “So much so you didn’t even know it was my birthday. Perhaps you’ll remember next year, and maybe as your Mate I’ll get a party, like the Luna is getting this weekend. Big and lavish with everyone invited to attend. Oh, I’m sorry…”
Her eyes moved right past him to Gloria now, and she smiled right at her. “I didn’t get an invitation, yours Jace is, however, I believe, on the fridge in the Alpha Suite.” She stated i
