Author's note: This is from Serina's point of view
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As the breakfast approached its end, Zoe asked me if we can have a word in private.
I felt all tingly inside as I anticipated my first serious mother-daughter talk!
Are we going to talk about contraception and family planning? Wedding plans?
Oh, no! I suck at party planning, maybe I should invite Mona. But Zoe asked me to talk in private so I will hear her out first before I suggest inviting experts.
The two of us went to the study, and before she could say anything, I gave her a big hug.
"Congratulations on your wolf and on your mate, Zoe. I am very happy for you. For both of you."
Zoe returned my hug, and I felt her relaxing on me. "Thank you, Serina. It all feels surreal."
I had to confirm a few mate-related facts. "Tell me, how did you find out that Luca is your mate? Did anything change about how you see him?"