Episode 10

Monica's elegance, confidence, and grace affirm and solidify the reasons behind her divine selection to bear a power capable of sustaining peace in both the supernatural and human realms. Yet, if misused, it holds the potential to unravel the universe's very fabric at the behest of its wielder.

"It's our pleasure, Your Majesty. It's an honor to welcome you into our pack."

Matt's mother couldn't conceal her elation upon meeting her future daughter-in-law, rushing to embrace Monica, much to the latter's surprise, yet Monica reciprocated the mother-in-law's hug in kind.

Lucia's joy stemmed from her dwindling hopes of gaining a daughter-in-law through her younger son, whose libertine ways would likely send any prospective bride fleeing, especially if she were from a different lineage.

Inwardly, Matt disagreed upon witnessing his mother's enveloping embrace of his chosen mate; his mother bore a striking resemblance to the twins, and it baffled him how his father could sometimes tolerate her antics. Nevertheless, love persisted, for she was an exemplary mother and had been a remarkable mate.

As Monica and Lucia ended their embrace under the observers' intent gazes—Matt's father and the twins among them—curiosity about Monica's presence was evident, particularly since she had previously evinced no desire to see Matt.

"The honor is truly mine, madam. Your kin is my destined mate's family, which makes you mine, so it would bring me great honor for you to call me Monica rather than 'Your Majesty,' since it feels odd for my own family to address me so."

Monica's unpretentious manner and speech warmed Matt's family's hearts, particularly his parents, who bore witness to their eldest son's torment during the wait for his mate and the struggle to contain an alpha male's intensified mating instincts during his cycle. However, their son had made a Herculean effort to be patient and preserve himself for his mate.

Just as Matt's father prepared to speak, Alan stepped in.

"Welcome to the family, sister-in-law."

Alan greeted Monica politely, mindful not to invite his brother's wrath by behaving improperly toward his intended.

"And congratulations to you, big brother. I hope our sister-in-law's arrival will lessen your moodiness. Perhaps what you need is to be squeezed dry like an orange, as you seem overwrought by the prolonged summer. But dear sister-in-law, brace yourself for I fear you may well need a wheelchair afterward."

If glares could kill, Matt's alpha glare would have buried his brother, whose indiscretion had embarrassed him before his mate, leaving her blushing as deeply as a strawberry.

"Disappear from our brother's sight before it's too late for you to live to tell the tale."

Alana interjected following her twin's outrageous speech, solely to spare him; for if the elder brother laid hands on Alan now, there would little of him left to salvage.

"Please excuse my twin's carelessness, sister-in-law. He can't control his tongue, often speaking rashly, realizing his error too late. Yet, I concur with him that you are indeed welcome in our unique, chaotic, yet love-filled family."

Alana, too, desired to tease her older brother but knew better than to provoke the supreme alpha, sparing him her witticisms and risque remarks for another time.

After her cheeks regained their natural composure, Monica mustered the courage to speak. She had unwittingly learned details she hadn't asked for but still needed to acquaint herself with, imperative for formulating a strategy to secure her destined mate exclusively for herself. With her brother-in-law's words only reinforcing her belief in the alpha supreme as her perfect partner, she was left with one critical piece of information to discover before proceeding—a task requiring sheer bravery.

"There's no need for apologies, sister-in-law. All families are unique, which is their brilliance and distinction, and I'm very pleased to be part of your beautiful family. As for my brother-in-law's cheeky comments, I'll have to adapt, as they seem to be part of his charm—I'm certain there'll be more to come."

Matt finally found tranquility after the embarrassing interlude his brother instigated, his composure restored by his mate's far better reception of his brother's impudent remarks. Even so, punishment awaited his brother for the shame inflicted before his mate.

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