Chapter 31. Exploring Affection and Memories

Leia - POV

Yesterday, I heard Francis's voice, which terrified me. I should have mentioned it to Xavier and Kai, who came home late from the Bluewood Pack. To ease my mind, I planned to go out with Daisy.

Daisy and I sat at the local café of the Pack. I wanted to confide in my friend and speak my mind. "It seems like you have a lot going on," Daisy muttered behind her coffee mug. "I want to ask you about the Alpha Xavier's mark. Did you accept him as your mate?" Daisy bombarded me with all her questions as if she had been dying to ask me. I couldn't help but chuckle at Daisy's curious gleam, which made her look like a little child.

"Oh, come on, Leia. Speak, please," Daisy whined like a child.

"I know you may find my answers absurd," I sighed, tracing the rim of my cup with my fingers. "Xavier and I slept together." Daisy looked surprised.

"Of course, it makes sense. Alpha Xavier also marked you as his mate, so you agreed to the mate bond instead of rej