Laura
When we return to the pack house, Marcus and Ryan are waiting for us outside in the company of Olivia, Caleb's mother.
Marcus and Ryan seem uncomfortable in her presence. Marcus doesn't lift his head, while Ryan's smile is apprehensive.
I guess Olivia still behaves like the luna around here, even if Caleb has stepped up as the alpha.
She is smoking a cigarette but throws it under her shoe upon seeing us. The flame gets stomped by her boot, and then she lifts her chin, smiling at her son before frowning upon meeting my eyes.
"So this is your mate?" Olivia questions her son without even looking at him. She is too busy glaring daggers at me. "Her stance isn't proper, and that body is too short and chubby—no, this one won't do. She lacks the good manners to become the next luna t
