When they told Gabriel's father that they were chosen mates, he was quite pleased and surprised as was to be anticipated. He had been looking forward to this day for a very long time when he could assign more duties to his son. But Gabriel still wanted time off to enjoy Rosalie, so he pleaded with his father to hold off on that.
Before they finally settled down, there were still some things they wanted to do together.
And an awkward air filled the room when he asked when they wanted to have the mating ritual. "Father, after yours and Zeila's. I can't perform a ceremony in front of you as your son since you've already met your mate. You know that." he answered.
In an instant, Gerald's demanour changed. Gabriel had never seen him so enraged before; his fangs were out and his eyes turned
