Aurora’s POV
I can’t feel the ground beneath my feet, and it’s not the nerves this time.
There’s something in the air that’s almost dizzying.
The forest beyond the trees is alive with laughter and music. I remind myself that this is all for me, that Thorne is giving me the ceremony I should have had sooner, but honestly, I don’t care about all of that.
I’m just glad he’s here with me.
My mate.
“I’m nervous,” I mutter, clinging to Thorne’s arm like he’s the only thing keeping me from floating away. Who knows… he might just be.
“Don’t be,” Thorne whispers, kissing my temple. “They’ll love you.”
I nod and take a deep breath as we finally break the tree line.
Blackwood Pack members fill the clearing, their voices filling the air with warm welcomes and cheers. Thorne waves at p
