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 ...