*Blaze* I leave her room with a smile on my face and a feeling like I may have taken a step in the right direction. She didn't have to share anything with me but she did, and now I know her just a little bit better. Maybe everything will be okay. I walk down to the kitchen where mom is sitting with her cup of coffee. I swear this woman loves her coffee. "She actually spoke to me, she even asked if she could keep my shirt." I say with a smile on my face, as I place the dishes in the sink. I turn and look at her, leaning my hips on the counter and crossing my arms. "One step at a time Blaze. It is good to be happy, but also remember she may not even understand why she wants it. If she doesn't understand the mate bond, which I assume she doesn't , then it can be a confusing time." "I kn