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.

he? I mean the

Ryan." I turn to Ryan and call him over. When he arrives, I breathe in relief when he

very unpredictable at

"Nice to meet you, Ryan." Delta Kyle says, stretching out his hand towards

the chance to taunt him. I can never

and Delta Kyle quickly dips his hand into his suit jacket and takes out his phone. Both Ryan and I step away to give him privacy to take his call. It's a brief call that lasts barely a

turns to us

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

you very much. I look forward to

smile before turning to leave. Ryan and I watch in silence as he gets into his car and drives out of

start," Ryan comments

you mean

house for you to live in. 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

move into Alpha Reagan's chambers?" I scoff in derision. "What makes you think

you will get