Page 303 of One Winter Knight
“I think for one night I’d just let my mates protect me.” I had indulged in the dress I wanted, instead of the practical choice.
It was gold and sparkly with a plunging neckline and a mermaidskirt. Something that, yes, was a little hard to run and kick in. But I’d let my mates protect me tonight.
After all, it was my day.
While the entire brunch society were my attendants, those two were back here with me, since they were the ones I was closest to.
We were in a small room near the castle gardens getting ready. It had a beautiful view, big mirrors, a couch, and snacks. Our pack was also staying here in another wing. The guys were getting ready in our room.
“I don’t understand why you don’t plan on going into Paris during all of your European travels. You know I’m from Paris.” Timmy gave me an exasperated look.
“Oh? I don’t think you’ve ever mentioned that?” Saoirse gave him a look, then fixed her red lipstick.
“We can't go to Paris. Apparently, Carlos and Dusty have gotten themselves banned from the city when they broke a fountain.” It absolutely baffled me that somebody could be banned from a city.
But if anyone could, it would be them.
“I am speechless.” Timmy looked baffled.
“If only that were true.” Dom laughed.
“It’s fine,” I added. “I’ve been to Paris many times and honestly, it’s a little boring.”
He sucked in a breath and put a hand to his chest. “How dare you.”
I rolled my eyes. We actually hadn’t planned on doing any major tourist activities. After Feral Ratville, we spent a couple of days lounging about in Greece, then went to Ireland so we could see my grandparents, Saoirse’s grandfathers, and other important people.
“This castle is gorgeous. Your pack is loaded, isn’t it?” Timmy wasn't from a wealthy family, just a well-connected one. He sometimes lamented how once his family was royalty, but now they were just fallen gentry.
“My dads and grandparents contributed heavily. We just boughtthe things we didn’t want to argue about and directed most of our money towards traveling. Also, we do have a baby coming.” I smirked.
“I have a special baby gift for you,” Timmy added to Saoirse. He knew her pretty well since they were both part of the Company.
“Where are you going after this?” Dom asked as she added more sparkles to my face. Her long, dark hair was up, and her sage green dress complimented her tan skin perfectly.
“One of Hale’s sister’s packs owns luxury resort hotels. They let us pick which one we would like to spend a week at. We’re going to lie out on the beach, and fuck, and sip drinks with tiny umbrellas in them.” There were a few places that we were going to see, but mostly we wanted to be together.
“That sounds really nice.” Dom started fussing with my hair, which had already been professionally done.
Neither of them had come to Feral Ratville, sadly. Timmy had work, and Dom had family shit. But they’d both come to the mating shower.
“I’m so happy for you. I’m glad that you got the pack of your own choosing. I wish my family would stop being overprotective long enough for me to find mine,” Dom said wistfully.
“You will,” I assured.
Someone knocked on the door.
“Princess, can we come in?” my dad asked.
Dom took a step back. “You look perfect. They’re going to lose their minds when they see you.”
“My mates lose their minds every time they see me.” I grinned at Saoirse.
Saoirse’s eyes blazed as her scent flared with desire. “You know I do.”
Oh, I did. Pregnancy made her quite amorous.
Saoirse opened the door. “Hello, Finn.”
