Author's pov Alpha Damien had never planned to announce the mating ceremony date tonight. But Alpha Kane had told him that Sally's grandfather was there. The eighty-year-old man had nearly had a heart attack when Alpha Damien left Sally at the altar before. If he failed to announce their mating ceremony date tonight, there would be consequences. Sally's grandfather had helped establish the Rothwell pack's business empire. He owed the old Alpha proper respect. Alpha Damien planned to explain everything to Aria later. But he kept watching her, worried she might be angry. For what felt like the hundredth time, Alpha Damien glanced toward the sitting area. Aria's seat was empty. Just as he was about to look for her, Oscar appeared at his side, whispering urge

