Page 72 of Trusting Her Bear

I tune out their conversation when I see Harmony’s mates watching Micah. Micah hasn’t moved from his position, seemingly unconcerned with their presence. I’m sure not much can scare the vampire.

“Micah,” Jax says.

“Panther,” Micah says.

“Are you planning to move here too?” Blue asks, his eyes narrowed.

Micah shrugs.

“As friendly as usual,” James says.

Micah shrugs again.

“Great, another cranky vampire,” James mutters.

“We heard there is trouble,” Jax asks Quinn as he glares at James.

“Yes,” Quinn says shortly.

“Let us know if you need help,” Jax offers.

“Thank you.” Quinn looks around the room. “We are doing what we can to find them.”

“My bar manager is good with computers if you need another set of eyes,” Jax offers.

“I appreciate it.” Quinn’s fingers flex on my leg. “I will do anything to protect Steph.”

“Of course,” Blue says, taking a few steps forward. He stands behind Harmony, lifting his hand to tangle in her hair. “We can all agree with that point.”

“Are they your friends?” James asks, nodding at Kade and Cash.

“They work for me,” Quinn says.

“Are they working now?” James asks.

“They are always working,” Quinn says.

“We don’t have many tigers around,” James says.

I’m startled when Breeane jumps up and hurries around the table. I see Logan’s shaved head moving through the crowd, Lucas and Las behind him. I smile when she launches herself at Logan, and he catches her with a grin. I love that she found them. I’ve never seen her so happy.

“Damn,” Gabby whispers. “I figured her mates were hot. So lucky.” I shake my head, watching her look at all the men around us. “Maybe, if I stay here, I’ll find a hot mate or two, too.” She smiles and wiggles her eyebrows.

“You never know.” I brush her hair away from her face. “I’m glad you're here.”

“Me too, Sis,” she says. “This is a sort of family, too, right?”

“Yes,” I answer.

“Are you happy to be part of it?” she asks, and I’m aware Quinn can hear everything. Everyone else is too occupied with their conversations, and Breeane is kissing each of her mates.

“I am. I’m happy.”

“Good. I’m glad you found hot brother-in-law.” She grins cheekily above my head.

“Thanks, Gab,” Quinn rumbles. Her eyes widen. The fact that he shortened her name is confirmation he has accepted her.

“Quinn,” Las calls, walking over. He sits between us and Micah. “Steph, how are you?”

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