Chapter 14

Nicole "Don't worry, I can handle it. I grew up in this kind of environment," I reassured Dodie. "Besides, every pack has its own dynamics." Unlike my father's cold, calculating Starfall Pack, the Thornfang members had at least treated me like family so far, especially Luna Xandra, Damien's mother. "Don't worry about me. I know what I'm doing." Hearing my words, Dodie glanced at my diamond ring, and finally felt relieved. Shortly after, the designers and staff arrived with my wedding dress and the bridesmaid gown. We spent hours trying them on and selecting wedding makeup looks until dinner time approached. Dodie had to leave for some urgent matter at the hospital. As she hurried out, Alpha Damien appeared at the doorway, spotting me lying exhausted on the living room sofa. He walked over, swept me into his arms in one fluid motion, and asked, "Tired, Nicole?" "Nothing serious. I'm just hungry," I murmured, adjusting myself to find a comfortable position against his chest. Since we'd e