"Also yes, the two of you can have a vacation when we're done here," Dominic adds, answering the question that Miles asked a while ago. Everyone laughs as Miles shouts with joy, excited for a break from his duties and to be able to get away with his mate. I'm happy for the two of them. They will have the chance to enjoy each other's company before their pup comes into the world, something I wished I could enjoy. A small ache throbs in my heart at the thought of the lack of my mate. The rejection process is almost done, with another six months left to wait, but still the pain remains, even if it's only a dull throb every now and then. Taking a deep breath and another bite of cheesecake, I push these thoughts aside. If I start thinking about it, then the mate bond will revive. I refuse to
