“I don’t have to tell you how worried I’ve been for Alex,” Cahira sighed. “He was a bit of a wild child. I’m so glad he’s finally found you. He desperately needs someone to keep him in check. He can be such a male.” She rolled her eyes, making Erin snicker. This didn’t seem to be a conversation anyone should have about their alpha, let alone from the pack’s former luna, but it was filled with motherly concern. Cahira spoke earnestly and it put her at ease. This was how her parents often acted at home. “My mate is not here five minutes, and you are already gossiping about me,” Alexander said as he approached and leaned on the back of the sofa close enough that he could indulge in Erin’s scent. “Oh, hush,” Cahira admonished. “I have decades of frustrations I haven’t been able to share w

