Victor POV I wake up wrapped around my beautiful mate. I still sometimes feel like I'm dreaming. The goddess is truly amazing and I will be grateful for her blessings every day of my life. I can't believe that a few weeks ago we were living outside the castle and now we are part of the kingdom. I wish my sister got to experience this with us. Lia was such a beautiful person inside and out. It breaks my heart that she will never get to find her mate or have pups. A soft kiss on my shoulder brings me out of my thoughts. When I turn to Esme, I can see her love for me but also sadness. She is feeling my emotions through our bond. She places her hand on my face. "I wish I got to know her better. I'm sure we would have been great friends. I'm sorry that you lost her because of those evil