Daniel POV (Lord Aldridge) Amber was peacefully asleep, her head resting gently on my chest. The feeling I had during this moment was so incredible that I never wanted it to come to a close. I never in my wildest dreams imagined her accepting me as a mate, let alone allowing me to make passionate love to her. I softly placed my hand on her belly. The overwhelming joy of her considering the pups within her part of mine was the greatest gift anyone could give me. Yes, I had a daughter. I deeply care for her, but she was adopted into my care by a very close acquaintance. My life was now entirely Amber’s, and I would do everything I could to protect my hybrid mate. As I sat there, hours seemed to pass by while I was admiring her, but suddenly, Amber's peaceful sleep turned into a