Walking out of the cells, I kept replaying everything over in my head. I hear Derek jog to catch up to me, since I'd been speed walking.

"Are you ok?" He asks whipe grabbing my arm, concern in his voice.

"Yeah, yeah I'm fine... I guess I just always assumed he died... he's human after all, I just assumed he bled out but I guess not..." I say my thoughts out loud.

"What did you want to do?"

"I need to call Steve, he needs to know the guy's alive. My family needs to know..." I trail off.

I really don't know how to take all of this. I think I'm mainly in shock, but also can't help feel concerned.

We wont let him hurt our loved ones again. My wolf assures me, sensing my concern.

I couldn't agree more. I tell her.

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We were almost back at the pack house when this brunette came bouncing up to us. She looks familiar but I just couldn't pick it.

"Hey there brother dear! I hear word your mates awake. Is this her? Hey, I'm Evey!" She seems to get our in one large breath. Also explains her familiar look.

"Umm... Hey, I'm Mila." I say hesitantly.

"Evey calm down, you're probably freaking her out. Yes this is my mate, she woke up yesterday. Mila, this is my little sister, Evey." He chuckles at the end.

"Nice to meet you." I say with a smile.

"You too! I heard you kicked that bìťćhèś arse the other day. Good job! She needed to be put in line." She growls out. I'm guessing they didn't get along.

"Haha yeah I guess so. Technically speaking, I was just defending myself." I reason.

She chuckles at my logic. "Oh before I forget, our parents want us all over for dinner to meet our new Luna here. They want you to come tomorrow night." She beams.

Derek groans, "Of course they do. I can't have a day free of drama..."

His sister looks at him with pity. And I can't help but ask. "Should I be worried?"

Evey gives me a look of pity while Derek sighs and explains his discomfort. "Our dad's ok, he was Alpha before me and is generally friendly but our mother is over bearing and a bit over protective... Just don't take anything too personal with her."

Well that doesn't help my poor nerves..

"Ok... So, I'm meeting your parents... let's go enjoy the rest of today." I conclude trying to give off confidence.

Evey and Derek nod in agreement before we all go back into our houses to get ready.

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After showing, washing my hair and shaving. I brush my hair and dry it then get dressed into a white sun dress with flowers on it. (Pic below)

I put on some light make up to keep a natural look then put on some white heals.

As I walk out of the bathroom, I see Derek putting his shoes on. He's looking very handsome in jeans with a dress shirt. I can't help but admire him for a moment.

He looks up and slowly smirk at me. He walks over to me and wraps his hands around my waist pulling me closer, while kissing down my neck.

"You look incredible. Perhaps we should just stay here tonight." He whispers, kissing along my jaw.

"As much as I suspect that is a better idea, we need to leave. I can't put off meeting them." I chuckle at him.

He groans at me and reluctantly lets me go. "Fine... let's get this over with then." I can't help but chuckle at him.

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Walking up to the front door of a beautiful two story house, Derek knocks reluctantly.

When it opens we're greeted with the beaming smile of Evey. This girl can light up any room.

"You came! Come in, they're just in the lounge. "

We head inside and I follow them into their lounge room. I see a guy in his 40s with brown hair and eyes. He look like he's still in good health, even after retiring.

"Ahh nice to see you again Derek. And this must be your mate I hear so much about!" He says enthusiastically while hugging me.

"Hey dad, this is Mila. Mila this is my old man, Peter." Derek introduces.

"Hello sir, It's a pleasure to meet you." I say hoping being formal at least keeps my in the good books.

He chuckles at me. "No need for that sir business. I've heard many things about you, It's great to finally meet you. I've met your father and brother a few times. How are they?"

"Good thanks. Steve recently took the Beta position and found his mate."

Just as he's about to reply a woman walks out. She's beautiful, long straight brown hair with green eyes.

"Derek you came! It's about time, I've missed you!" She says while pulling him in for a large hug.

"I missed you too Ma. I'd like you to meet Mila, my mate. This is my mother, Angie." He says pulling me to his side.

"Pleasure to meet you." I say with a warm smile.

She looks at me for a while before putting on a forced smile and saying "Pleasure is all mine."

We go into the dining room and start eating. We are all getting to know each other when Angie decides to talk.

"So, why on earth would you welcome a rogue who tried to kill you? Do you enjoy drama or just threats to your life?" She says while keeping a sweet smile on her face.

What is her problem...?

I give a warm smile before replying. "No ma'am, but I fought with him and could see he wasn't trying to harm me seriously. I imagine people always make judgements, before giving him a chance." I explain with confidence.

"Are you sure? Perhaps he was simply taking pity on you being just a she-wolf."

Is she serious...

"Ma, seriously?" Derek speaks up.

"What? All I'm saying is this rogue may have pitied her and is going to be a threat to our pack."

"It's ok Derek. I can assure you I'm not some weak she-wolf. The fact that I was one of the better warriors in my old pack speaks for that. Also given I've already defended a title I'm yet to officially get." I take a breath feeling myself get angry.

"This rogue is serving time for his actions but also gave us helpful information. He has been thoroughly warned by your son, one mistake and his chance is gone." I finish.

She looks almost taken back by my direct response. Then the unexpected happens... She smiles at me, a real one.

"You will make a great Luna. Confidence is key and you don't let people intimidate you. Welcome to the family, dear."

I must look so confused because she chuckles.

"As a mother I want my son to be looked after. After that brat tried to sink her claws into him, I've become worse. You're strong and I suspect people don't often see how strong you are. Please forgive my earlier behaviour."

I'm guessing Alisha tried to take their relationship further.

"Yes well I've had a brat thrown into the cells for trying to sink her claws into me. I understand ma'am."

She gives me a warm smile. When we turn we see everyone else looking at us with shocked expressions.

Peter's the first to say something. "Well if you can win her over, I think you'll be fine." He chuckles while getting a playful slap from Angie.

The rest of the night we laugh and have a really enjoyable night. We learnt that his parents started to travel after retiring and that Evey hasn't found her mate yet and is 18. It went surprisingly well, given how the night started.

As we're leaving, Angie pulls me aside. "Believe me, people underestimate a Luna. You're young and small next to Derek. People will assume you're weak or a push over, don't ever let them convince you. You're not. You're going to be one of the greats Mila!" She says then hugs me.

"Thank you Angie." I hug her back.

Just then Derek comes and wraps his arm around me. "Ready to go?"

I smile at him, relieved tonight turned out as good as it did. "Yeah. I'm exhausted."

We say our goodbyes before going home.

That went well...

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