Angelica “Angelica, why don’t you come and join us?” Mom’s voice sounded sweet but strained. I didn’t want to make things more difficult, so I just nodded and joined the ladies as they were preparing breakfast. I kept a close eye on Noah. He was looking very serious while talking to my father and brothers, but at least this time, I could guess what they were talking about. “Being mated is not that bad, you know?” Erin’s voice pushed through my thoughts and I tried my best to pay attention to what she was saying. “When I met your brother, I thought the world was going to end. I have no family and have heard such horrible stories about your family. It was all very overwhelming.” She laughed, but all I could do was smile. “Oh, goddess! When I was brought to the pack, I felt like a lamb bei