Odessa POV

“I’d like to speak to both of you anyway,” Rune said.

I snuggled closer to my mate. There was no reason to hide anymore.

“What do you want to talk about?” I asked, stepping in front of my mate.

“Well, Mav, I’m sorry about the way I acted. We’ve been friends for so long. We know each other better than anyone.”

That was another dig at me, but I let her continue talking.

“You’re my best friend and I don’t want to lose you. A little part of you is better than no ...