The Lycan King’s Second Chance Mate by Sumi

"I had to," I reply dryly. The look in his eyes softens. He takes a dainty step forward, giving me a critical stare.

"You've done quite well for yourself, Ash. I was so worried and upset when you left, but after seeing all that you have accomplished in two years, I can't even stay mad at you. I'm so proud of you and what you've become. And right now, a part of me is happy that you left. You pursued a goal and achieved it. That's huge. Congratulations."

Warmth pools in my belly, my lips curve into a brilliant smile as his charming words sink into my brain, lighting up my entire body like a lightbulb.

"Thank you," I reply warmly, beaming at him.

"You are welcome."

"What about Tessa? How's she doing? She must hate me very much."

"Hate is a very strong word. She's indeed upset with you, but she doesn't hate you. She'll be thrilled to see you again after all this time."

"I look forward to seeing her too. I'll go to her one of these days."

"You should do that." His eyes go over my shoulders and I follow them behind me and notice that he's looking at Ryan who seems quite uninterested in our conversation. He's busy admiring the mansion together with the guards and they are engaged in a low-tuned conversation.

I mean the

my younger brother. His name is Ryan." I turn to Ryan and call him over. When he arrives, I

be very

to each other. "Nice to meet you, Ryan." Delta Kyle says, stretching out his hand towards Ryan for a handshake. Ryan shoots me a scowl before shaking the hand and I

taunt him. I can

phone. Both Ryan and I step away to give him privacy to

turns to

to go now. You all should go in and get settled. This is your home from now on, so be sure to make yourselves comfortable. See

much. I look forward to seeing

Ryan and I watch in silence as he gets into his car and drives out of

a good start," Ryan comments and I shoot him

do you mean by

Sooner or later, you'll move in with him in his chambers, meaning I will be moving into the castle! That's the unlimited access I spoke about

in derision. "What makes you think that's ever

you will get back together pretty