Denied by Destiny: Trapped in the Shadows of the Mate Bond novel Chapter 533

Something, for security purposes, I wanted to address as soon as possible.

“Think about it. I have a penthouse at the beach club with your name all over it.” I pull Auntie Alora in for a hug, placing a kiss on top of her head. She had given up so much for Mum, it was time she did something for her.

But she would always have a place in my pack, if that is what she truly wanted.

We both head back towards the alpha house to find my parents, Josie, Knox and Lobo already inside..Jaxon’s car pulling up just as I walk inside the house.

“You’re early.” I lean in to kiss Mum, a disapproving moan escaping me.

“She wanted to see what you have done with the place.” Josie smirks out as she pats me on the back, Lobo already growling at me as per usual.

I swear this dog only likes Dad because he fed it and Knox…because he has to.

“We the first to arrive?” Jaxon walks through the front door, his eyes searching the faces of his own family. That he arrived with.

“That’s because you are all far too early. Talk about host pressure.”

“We wanted a swim…” Josie winks out as she picks up her bag and heads up stairs.

It may be a steel fortress but the Clear Waters did she offer the best swimming lagoons for miles.

“I’ll let you know when lunch is ready.” I call up to her, Knox moving past me to also head up the stairs.

“Hello everyone.” Callie walks into the hallway, her arms already extended out to greet Mum. Shes smiling now, but her parents will arrive later…at least my family can take the pressure off when the time comes. I suspect, the real reason they are early.

“Callie dear, how has it been going?”

“Really well, it’s such a beautiful place. I can’t believe how lucky I am.”

“The moon goddess picked you to lead this pack for a reason dear, she clearly sees something in you.” Mum cups her hands around Callie’s face.

“Well I hope I don’t let her down…” Callie’s eyes move to mine, I can see a flash of concern before she masks it well. A smile spreading out as she, as always, meets both my parents confidently in the eye.

I leave them to it, continuing with my alpha duties, checking the borders, which Jaxon tags along for.