Chapter 40

They were approached by the Beta of the Blue River pack, Beta Victor. Zeila was assisted by Gerald in exiting the car, and she walked with him like the queen she was, Cassian kept chuckling while he trailed behind them. It was likely that the Beta heard them talking and understood what was going on. Zeila was beginning to dominate his universe as he felt himself descending into the well of his feelings. "Beta," he said to the young man standing there.

"This is Zeila, my mate. You already know, Cassian, my Beta," he said. The man looked at Zeila with curiosity as his eyes brightened up. He could easily be her mate because he was about her age. He felt jealous as the man watched her for longer than was necessary. Gerald snapped him out of his fascination with a harsh growl.

They moved into the pack house and Zeila put her hand on his elbow. Tristan's parents and the Elders greeted them as they entered a sizable conference room. He approached them and expressed his sympathy. They