Logan Montgomery, the towering son of the alpha, has dark brown hair and hazel eyes that would captivate any girl - a man completely out of my league.
Although I'm friends with Logan's sister, he has never seemed to notice me. I haven't seen him since before I turned eighteen, when I left for college. However, as the beta's daughter, a party is being thrown in my honor - not just to celebrate my college graduation, but also my twenty-second birthday.
Logan is only three months older than me, and I was hoping he would tell me I was his mate before I left. His twin sister had hoped for the same thing, as she didn't have any sisters, only three brothers.For years, I've harbored deep feelings for Logan from a distance. Now, as I return to my pack, I'm anxious about what may have transpired during my absence, since I've been out of touch with my packmates. My greatest fear is that Logan may have found his true mate - the thought of which would utterly devastate me.As my car neared the pack house, the driver, Ryan, had forewarned me about the welcome party awaiting my arrival. While I was pleased to see everyone, I simply yearned to rest after my lengthy travels and desperately craved a refreshing shower.As I stepped out of the car, my mother rushed towards me and enveloped me in a tight hug. "Mom, please, you're hurting me," I laughed, knowing how much she had missed me. Next, my father embraced me, followed by my brothers and my best friend, Alaina. I was surprised to see Logan and his parents waiting for me, but what truly shocked me was the sight of a woman trying to cling to Logan.Fury coursed through me, and I heard my wolf's guttural warning as it bristled, demanding the woman remove her hands from him. Now reunited, I recognized him as my destined mate, and he seemed to sense the connection as well. "What's your issue? There's no need for this behavior. After all, he's my boyfriend," She snapped. Logan then shoved her aside and, taking my hand, led me away from the group."Logan, what are you doing?" I asked, but he didn't respond. He led me to a secluded spot where no one could overhear us.
"Listen, Harmony, you can't act like that - you'll start a fight by doing that," he scolded.
I apologized, "Logan, I'm sorry. My wolf had a mind of her own and acted without thinking. But she and I can sense that you're my mate, and I know you feel the same way."
He let out a breath. "I do, and I've known for the last four years. I didn't tell you sooner because I wanted you to focus on school instead of being held back."
I placed my hand on Logan's face, guiding his gaze toward me. "Even if you had tried to hold me back, I still would have gone to school. But that's only because it was something I needed to do for myself." He grasped my hand and pressed his lips to it.
"I'm sorry, but I'll be breaking up with Hannah today. My father wanted me to make her my mate, but I could never do that to you. She's from this pack, so you'll still have to deal with her presence, but I promise I'll be there to support you through it."
I pulled him into a hug. "Harmony, you should know that my father didn't realize I had already found my true mate."Logan's arms wrapped around me, and the feeling felt so natural. However, despite my enjoyment of the moment, I couldn't help but feel worried. "Hannah's going to be pissed when you break up with her. I can already tell," I said.
Logan just laughed. "Don't worry about it, baby. I'll handle her." He paused, then added, "Luckily, she hasn't moved any of her stuff into my room yet. I'm hoping you'll have your stuff moved in so I won't have to spend another night without you in my arms."
I simply smiled and told him I would speak to my parents about what was to happen while he broke up with Hannah.We walked back to the pack house, taking care not to hold hands so Hannah wouldn't try to hurt me. As we approached, Hannah confronted us, demanding, "God, Logan, why the hell would you drag this girl away? I'm your girlfriend!" Logan rolled his eyes and told her he needed to speak with her privately. They walked away, leaving me to converse with my parents.
"Harmony, what was that all about?" my brother John asked.
"Well, Logan is my mate," I revealed, eliciting shock from everyone. Logan's father seemed briefly upset, but then smiled, as if relieved it was me and not Hannah. "And he wants my stuff moved into his room tonight," I added.
My father nodded and proceeded to inform the pack house staff, with Logan's father accompanying him. The two began discussing what would happen next. Meanwhile, my mother and Logan's mother started talking about plans for my Luna ceremony.Alaina greeted me with a wide smile and eagerly shared how we were now going to be sisters. "Can you please calm down? I'm really tired from traveling, and I desperately need a shower." Alaina then led me to Logan's room. "I'll bring you some clothes when you're done showering, and you can take a nap." I adore Alaina - she's the best and knows exactly what I need. After showering, I heard the door open and, thinking it was Alaina, called out, "Thanks for getting my clothes, I really appreciate it." "No problem, baby. I'd do anything for you," Logan replied. I jumped in surprise and started to fall, but Logan caught me in his arms before I could.Logan's sudden appearance had startled me. "You scared me to death!" I exclaimed. He laughed and helped me to my feet, then gave me an appraising look. "This towel look suits you, baby," he remarked. "Maybe you should take it off." I was about to respond when Alaina entered the room. Her face registered shock and horror at the scene before her. Without a word, she handed my clothes to Logan and hurried back out, as he chuckled at his sister's reaction.Logan didn't seem pleased when I asked him to leave the bathroom so I could change. He tried to protest, but I firmly pushed him out and locked the door before he could do anything.
"You know I'm your mate, right? I'm going to see you naked at some point," he called out.
I yelled back, "Well, I think you need to wait. Since you had a girlfriend when I came back, this is your punishment."
I heard him laugh and walk away from the door.After changing, I walked out of the bathroom to find Logan undressing. I couldn't help but stare - he had a muscular physique, and the sight of him was starting to arouse me. He turned around and smiled, "See something you like, dear?" I was speechless. I'd seen him shirtless many times, but never fully nude. He certainly had an impressive package. He approached me, gently grasping my chin to tilt my face up, and kissed me. "All you have to do is ask if you want something, my love." I was tempted to accept, but knew I shouldn't. "Don't worry, I won't do anything now, even though I can smell your arousal. I'll let you rest, and if you don't mind, I'll nap with you. Hannah has worn me out." Right, Hannah was still an issue.Logan sighed as he put on his shorts. "How did it go?" I asked.
"Well, she's pissed that I broke up with her. But she's even more pissed that I didn't tell her you're my mate," he said, shaking his head.
"I could understand her being upset about that. I didn't tell anyone you were my mate because I was afraid you weren't going to come back to the pack," he admitted, sitting on the bed with his face in his hands.
I walked over and sat in his lap. "Logan, you don't have to blame yourself. I was always going to come back. It was hard being away, sure - I missed my family and friends. But I missed you the most, and I was hoping you were my mate. And now I know you are, and I'm so happy about it."
I gave him a passionate kiss, and he flipped me onto my back. The sight of him above me was making it hard to focus.