Alpha Walker had never spoken to me like that before, and I found it rather jarring that he was talking to me as Alpha rather than the man who had fallen in love with the woman he met in his dreams. I didn't realize how long I had been silent, but he rested his hand on my knee and looked into my eyes. "Sienna, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable, I just... I can't have anybody questioning me right now, and that includes you." "No, I... I understand," I frowned, and reached out to touch his hand. "I have just never been part of this world before, but I shouldn't be questioning you." He smiled as he stroked my cheek. "I'm lucky to have you as my Mate... the moment I accepted that's what we are, it became my job to make sure you are safe and that you are happy. The fact