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Mom’s grin widens. “What did Alpha Anders say?”

“He doesn’t know yet,” Theo supplies. “That’s our next stop.” He looks up at me, giving me another swoon-worthy smile. “He’s going to be beside himself, though. He thinks the world of Brooke.”

Sitting in the living room of my family home, surrounded by so much love, I can’t remember when I’ve ever been happier or more content. I’ve dreamed of this day since I was a little girl- the day when I’d bring home my mate to meet my parents. They’re just as thrilled as I always imagined they’d be, so supportive and accepting.

It’s not lost on me how lucky I am.

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Theo

“You’rethe girl?!” Quinn asks incredulously, staring at Brooke. “Are you guys messing with me?”

Brooke laughs, shaking her head. “It’s true. We’re mates.”

We’re standing in the kitchen of the packhouse where we found Quinn rifling through the fridge for a snack. After we spent a couple of hours with Brooke’s parents, we came over here to deliver the news to my family.

Quinn’s still staring at me in disbelief.

A smirk tugs at my lips. “Surprise?”

She takes a step toward me, delivering a playful punch to my arm. “You’re the worst, you know that? Why didn’t you tell me it was Brooke?!”

I laugh, reaching out to ruffle her hair. I’ve always done that since we were kids- it drives her crazy.

Quinn scowls, stepping back to smooth her hair before giving me another little shove. “The worst!”

“C’mon, Q, aren’t you happy for us?” I chuckle.

“Well duh!” She sighs, rolling her eyes at me. Then she turns to Brooke and a smile creeps across her face. “I’ve always wanted a sister. I just don’t know why you’d want anything to do with my brother!”

“He’s not so bad,” Brooke smiles, glancing up at me.

I wrap an arm around her shoulders, pulling her closer, then press a kiss to her hair, breathing her in. She always smells so fucking good.

“Does Dad know?” Quinn blinks.

“Do I know what?” comes my Dad’s voice from the doorway of the kitchen. I turn to look at him over my shoulder as he strides into the room, a smug grin forming on his lips.

“Theo found his mate!” Quinn blurts, pointing at me.

Dad’s grin widens as he closes the distance between us. “Congratulations, son,” he says, clapping me on the shoulder. Then he surprises me by pulling me in for a hug- I can’t remember the last time this guy actuallyhuggedme. I’m so shocked that it takes me a second to even realize what’s happening- by the time I do, he’s released his grip, stepping back.

Quinn throws up her arms. “How are you not shocked by this?! Am I the only one?”

Dad just laughs, shaking his head. “I had a sneaking suspicion.” He tosses me a wink before sidestepping to Brooke, arms outstretched.

She looks a little nervous as she steps into his embrace, but quickly softens.

“I can’t imagine a better mate for my son,” Dad says, beaming down at Brooke as he releases the hug. “Or a better luna for our pack.”

“Thank you, Alpha,” Brooke breathes, tucking her hair behind her ears.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen my dad smile this much. He’s still got a grin plastered on his face as he looks at the two of us.

“I can’t wait to present you two to the pack at the run,” he says, leaning in toward me. His expression softens as he sets a hand on my shoulder. “Your mother would be so proud, son.”

My breath catches in my throat at his words, and Brooke reaches for my hand, giving it a little squeeze. It’s a small gesture, but so comforting. I squeeze hers back, glancing down at her.Fuck, I love this girl so much it hurts.

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