My Alpha Mate's Christmas Gift novel Chapter 60

　　Rita smiled as she ventured to help Melissa up from the snow while Roxanne supported Linda. Treating them with her usually warm smile, Rita followed them behind Dax.

　　“It's a pleasure to meet members of Roxanne's family. My name is Rita. I’m Roxanne's….” She stopped halfway unsure of how to describe herself to Roxanne's family.

　　“Friend. She’s my friend!” Roxanne smiled as she looked at Rita in a bright and appreciative manner.

　　Rita was happy to hear Roxanne say so that her smile brightened up even more as she giggled.

　　Linda and Melissa were surprised to see the reaction exhibited by both Rita and Dax. Considering their harsh treatment after infiltrating the pack and Asher's exchange with them, they feared that they had entered an unforgiving and brutal place. But, with both Rita and Dax behaving so cordially with them, their initial disposition began to change.

　　After some minutes, they arrived at Rita and Dax's home. They were welcomed warmly and offered seats. Throughout the entire welcome, Melissa and Linda looked around them in wonder, impressed by the ambiance of the place. This made Rita brighten up even more.

　　“She must really take pride in the state of her house” Roxanne smiled to herself.

　　After they all had their seats, Dax seating opposite them and Rita standing up beside him, they began their meeting.

　　“Once again I welcome you to our pack. My name is Dax, and I am the Beta of the Rockwood pack. Beside me is Rita, my mate and the Beta Female of our pack. I am sure you are already familiar with our Alpha, he had to excuse himself and left me to deal with your business.” Dad started calmly.

　　“Thank you… Dax. I am Linda and this is my daughter Melissa. You already know my granddaughter, Roxanne. As for our business here… I am certain you are already well aware.” Linda replied, treading carefully with her words.

　　Dax smiled as he shook his head.

　　“I understand the situation perfectly. You wish to retrieve your daughter, yes? But, I am sorry to disappoint you… I can’t allow that.”Dax replied.

　　Upon hearing this, Roxanne, who sat beside her parents, rose up with anger.

　　“What the hell are you talking about?! Even my family is here to take me and you still won’t let me go!” Roxanne bellowed.

　　Dax looked at her with his stoic expression, but from his eyes she could tell that he was dead serious. She pursed her lips and forced herself to keep quiet, returning to her seat.