Wolf Bond

The apprehension which I am feeling does not go unnoticed by Donovon as the packhouse comes in view.

My grip on his hand tightens as I swallow the lump which forms in my throat. He stops walking and holding my shoulders he turns me to face him.

“I can feel your nervousness, Ivory.” Leaning his head down he glances into my eyes, “But what I don’t understand is that why are you feeling so nervous?”

“What if they do not like me?” Biting my lower lip, I quietly voice out my fear while nodding my head in the direction of the packhouse.

“I have told you, they already like you so much.” He smiles reassuringly, “You don’t have to worry about anything.”

“Donovon, they liked me as a guest... as Ivory.” I shrug, “I don't know whether they will accept me as their luna.”

“They liked you as Ivory.” He straightens up, looking directly in my eyes, “So obviously, they will love you as their luna.”

The confidence he has in me makes all my worries disappear. As a new determination fills my heart.

I will do everything which I can do to never let them down as their luna... I will never let him down.

“And you are not alone, I am going to be with you in every step.” He slips his hand into my hand and interlocks our fingers, “Together we will be just fine.” Pulling my hand towards himself, he places a gentle kiss on my head as a content sigh leaves my lips.

“Let’s go, they are practically driving me insane through the mind link.” He chuckles and starts walking towards the packhouse while holding my hand securely in his.

When we step into the packhouse everyone’s attention turns to us, I notice a few of them have a knowingly look in their eyes including his parents, Beta Cole, and Warrior Mathews. However, the rest of them seems clueless.

Donovon glances at me with a small smile and places his hand on the small of my back and beckons me to stand beside him. Then turning back to everyone, he holds everyone’s curious gaze.

“Everyone, meet Ivory Kellar.” His voice is confident and clear, “My mate.”

For a moment there is complete silence then suddenly everyone cheers loudly while I can feel the happiness radiating off of them which in return makes me glad and relieved.

My eyes land on my family and friends, involuntarily I narrow my eyes at them, and the look on their faces clearly shows that they were aware of everything and even were part of this all planning.

“I am so happy that my son found his true mate.” Julia embraces me in a warm hug. When she releases me, surprisingly, the next one to hug me is Arthur although the hug was really brief, however, it is equally as warm as Julia’s.

“Welcome to the family!” Arthur fondly pats my head, then he congratulates Donovon.

“Alpha!” A little voice of Ian catches our attention. “Can I now tell Ivy that she is our Luna?” He covers his mouth with his hand and whispers, his voice sounds muffled.

“Yes, now you can tell.” Donovon seriously nods his head, but his lips twitching upward, “You did a really good job in keeping this secret.”

Ian’s whole face brightens hearing a compliment from Donovon which I find really adorable.

Ian stands in front of me and motions me to crouch down to his height.

“Ivy you are our Luna.” He grins looking extremely excited and happy to inform me of this. Giving me an unexpected hug then he runs in the opposite direction while laughing.

The moment I stand straight my brother playfully smacks the back of my head making me frown then he enthusiastically pats Donovon's arm and both chats as if they are best friends.

“James,” I growl narrowing my eyes at him to which he just rolls his eyes.

It is no use of asking why they hid this from me because I figured they were all part of Donovon’s plan. Moreover, it is really nice that they did all this for me.

“I am happy to see that Donovon is your mate.” Emily cups my face as tears fill her eyes, “I used to be so worried about what kind of person will be your mate. But after meeting him, now I am satisfied.” She glances at Donovon.

My eyes shift to him momentarily and exactly the same moment his gaze meets mine. I can feel the invisible connection between our hearts as my heart tugs beautifully towards him.

I want to be with him, but I know all these people who are surrounding me came here just for me. They are being a part of my happiness and I am not selfish to overlook their love for me.

“Make a wish,” Jenna says when I am about to blow the candles as we all are standing around the table to cut the cake.

I look around the room, as I think what should I wish for. For the first time, nothing comes in my mind because whatever I wish for has finally come true.

My family, friends, and people are happy... I am happy. I have found my Wolfie and I have even found my mate. Moreover, I do not have to worry about choosing between my mate and Wolfie.

My eyes slightly widen when I realize this, that my wish for being with my mate and my best friend has also been fulfilled as I am going to spend the rest of my life with my mate and my best friend...

A grin forms on my face as I glance at Donovon because all this while I was just elated that he was my mate and almost forget his wolf is my Wolfie.

My Wolfie will stay with me forever.

Whatever expression comes on my face makes Donovon arch an eyebrow at me amusingly while everyone else looks curiously at me.

Leaving the knife, I almost throw myself at Donovon wrapping my arms around him not caring about anyone in the room I jump on my spot happily.

"My wolfie... I will stay with my Wolfie forever."

"I was waiting when you will realize this." He chuckles and hugs me, "My mate is a little slow." He teases which earns him a laugh from everyone and the loudest laugh comes from my brother.

However, I am feeling so overjoyed even to be bothered by the fact that everyone is laughing at my expense.

"My wolfie." I squeal quietly while releasing him.

Picking up the knife again, I grin like an idiot while blowing the candles as I cut the cake.

The best birthday ever...

Happy Birthday, Ivory!