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umping, and everyone was friendly and welcoming. They also seemed relaxed. It appeared th

. She had started the night wondering if she would have much in common with anyone, but

was in an awkward or uncomfortable situation, he could swee

"I'm Cara Nordstrom. Alpha Lucas was right

me to introduce my mate Kelly," he said, gesturing to a dark-hair

mate. It was easy to see the genuine affection and love they had for o

d making connections. She was in awe of the effortles

njoying herself, and his glances became less about her welfare, and more about checking out her perfect silhouette that was packed in

gave a discreet little jiggl

get home," he mind-linked

he replied, moving ou

Liu was a prototype warrior: tall, imposing, and with straight, jet-black hair that was pulled up into a bun on top, and left to fall freely on th

or. Dane tolerated it because if he had to make small talk, he'd rather

tty exclusive event. How did y

in the warrior army with me until about fi

at do you me

ured, they reach discharge age, or they get promoted to p

" Wei looked uncomfortable, and D

his tone leaving Wei l

rting nervously around the room as he seemed to seek ou

d his shoulder and stopped him, passin

about how we can advance your position in my new a

of his drink. And that's when he saw an ambush that was just as good as the on

he would be seen at a party with guests this low in the pecking order, and Dane instantly kn

glanced back at his increasingly inebriated new pal, he made the decision that he had bigger fish to fry tonight. Right now it

ame he had Wei playing was unfairly stacked in his favour. He was handing Wei double whi

utes, Wei was a bit wobbly as Dane led him

Sam was discharged from the army, and

replied, swaying slightly now the

stood over Wei, his large f

er my command until retirement, or death. Either way, it will be fun for me," he growled, fi

as Dane kn

ei said quietly, his eyes roving the deck. "I helped him bury the bo

n he expected, although he wished he hadn't already

ard. Now, one more thi

ut on the way to Mawson's Hollow,"

he walked away. "You've done well, Wei. I t

to attend to some urgent business. He sidled up to Cara and gave her a kiss as he imm