{MIRA}
It took every ounce of energy not to scream. At her smug expression, I forced a slow smile and ignored the lump forming in my throat. "Congratulations," I managed.
Did this explain why there was darkness in my mating bond? Shiloh had found a way to dampen it magically so he could be with Kenzi?
This was what I wanted. This was what was best for the pack. Best for him. This was why I left.
But damn it, I thought it might take a little more time to happen.
Kenzi's eyes dropped to my necklace and she gasped. "Oh, how pretty! I'm going to have to tell Shiloh to get me one. I would look amazing in Amber Wounds."
She would.
Popping on the barstool, she waved Irving away. "Give me a few minutes to catch up with my old friend, will you?"
Irving hesitated. "A few minutes. Mira doesn't like to be distracted from work."