st here!" She calls out to me with the biggest smile on her face. "Get yoursel

." I beam back at her, meeting her ha

n the cheek. "Common, let's get you inside where its warm. I expect Steph has already told you all abou

e is out on decoration duty." I lean into her body

ther batch of brownies out of the oven. If we're quick, we'll beat the boys to them." She gives me a win

to the most amazing person I have

his. There were many times growing up that I prayed to the goddess that if she blessed me with a mate and children, that I would be the most loving mother I could be. Whe

omach letting out a small groan at the thought of all that Chocolaty goodness. I close the

of her family. She always said that whilst she was in the kitchen cooking, she loved to be able to look out and see everyone milling about doing the things that made th

e eyes. "It feels really empty at the moment

o much more quiet than I remember the

have a slice of brownie." She pushes a large square towards me on a plate and one to Steph. Taking a seat on the breakfast bar I take a bite.

izes bigger than what I am!" she talks around another mouthful of brownie. I can't help but agree with he

ven trying. Great breasts, a pert bum and a tiny waist. She's cut her dark brown hair into a short a-line bob which only highlights her sharp jaw line, cheekbones and large honey co

omment, running a finge

ck who does them now. He's great

ve my finger from the image and tu

ns in, whispering in my ear, "She's not here to stop you from

ow. I guess its going to

s in our pack, some around your age. Perhaps you might find someone

or companionship. Truly I'm fine just being me." I try to give her a convincing smile.

ve. Just someone who can be there for you.

n for that when I h

ipped about all over the world. Are you really telling me that there has never

ut that is all they were. Meaningless kisses and one night stands. I have never met anyone that I thought could ever be more than that." I said honestly, my cheeks starting to

aks surprised that I have

else. Its been what? 7 yea

en come close to what I felt for Marcus. I just don't think it will ever be in the cards for me agai

inseparable. We just put it down to good chemistry, but I guess it was just the effects of the mate bond pulling us toget

kes Steph's hand in hers and gives it a gentle squeeze before pressing her lips to her palm. Such a simple show of motherly affection. My heart squeezed pai

. I guess that's apart of why we worked, he was all patience and calm, whereas I am like a tornado on a sunny day. We finally got married at 21, but not even a year later he was attacked by a group of rogues

r in for a hug. Wrapping my arms a

hance to say goodbye, that's more than most get." She gives me a half smile, before pull

AN

ning ring." A loud cacophony of laughter rang out from the front d

rake Black!" Jo chastised whilst

ast now has it?" Giving her a peck on the cheek before grabbing a

red haired siren come to visit once again." He gives me a flirtatious look.

ha Drake." I

call me Drake!" I see he's inherited his

ke Black." His eyes move to Steph in an irritated Manor. Befor

hance when you had it." He winks and pouts all at the s

he knows what she's got

Ali can take care of herself." He all but stuffs hav

s from the stairs. "Please tell me that you haven't broken another car door b

t falls short of her waist. Bright blue eyes sparkle intelligence, her make up is extremely low key and natural highlighting her natural beauty. She wore a baggy jump

e moves away only to find him grabbing her face and pulling her ba

One of the guys ca

rown "Get a girl Mike." Over his shoulde

then, with a little too much enthusiasm, started to fake gag. Everyone chuckling at h

aking a brownie for himself before turning his full attention onto her. His eyes trailed over

Rosie, meet Landon Coombes. Landon, Rosie Summers." Steph ju

ering his hand. I took it hesitantly. His warm in mine and com

rom Scotland?" I ask, conf

ere has to be at least some Scotl

far off ancestor that would be so washed out by the time

still lingering on my collar bone. Goddes

o you think I could have my hand b

o, albeit a littl

eyes still piercing into mine. "It was great meeting you." He winks at me, pattin

e calls out to him before

Noticing all of a sudden 4

all but wolf whistled next to me. "Goddamn I t

ph." Jo scolds whilst flic

he was just being friendly." I try to ignore my

k, one I couldn't quite place. It wasn't directed at me as such, maybe a bit of jealousy but also sad

s he a

ug. "Total arsewipe and womaniser ju

na." I repl

mfortable I'm feeling, she gives Steph a pointed look. "Why don't you head on

ful to leave a room in my life. Quickly grapping my bag from the front door I

he door. I wasn't sure if I felt like I was at home of visiting for some formal e

ast room I had been given, the first thing to hit me was a floor to ceiling window directly across the room from me. A