*Samantha*
My heart raced as I walked down the long corridor flanked by pack members on either side. The dance floor of the grand ballroom that Archer had shown me not long ago was strewn with delicate flowers thrown at my feet by everyone. I looked around, smiling at each person I passed, grateful for such a warm and friendly welcome. My arm was wrapped around Jeremy's, holding him in a firm grip, not so much out of fear of falling but to reassure myself that this wasn't a dream. Grace assured me that everyone would love me, but hearing someone's words and seeing them with my own eyes were completely different experiences. My heart was filled with love for these unfamiliar members, who joyfully welcomed me into their families. Was this how each of my days would look? Filled with genuine
