He then rose and departed, leaving the suite entirely. He lacked a room to which he could retreat.
Brianna rose and accompanied him, as did Stella. He did not travel a significant distance, although it appeared as if he had sprinted down the hall; he was too distant from their room to have walked.
Carlos had seized him, and Logan was struggling to be released. Carlos remarked to him, “one loss today is sufficient, Logan,” indicating that even Carlos was aware of the situation. “Ladies, let us resolve this matter.” He pivoted and descended the stairs. Logan continued to push against him while attempting to descend. Until Nolan ultimately released him.
While maintaining his hold on the boy’s hand, he escorted him to the Alpha’s office, where Ryder was seated at his desk, Luca was leaning against the wall, and Enzo occupied a chair. It appeared that they had all been conversing.
Observed Logan pivot and strike Carlos directly in the shin. Nolan ultimately released him. Ryder arched an eyebrow; it was common knowledge that Logan and Carlos maintained a strong rapport. It did not appear so at this moment. He observed him sprint across the room and ascend into Ryder’s lap, seeking his father’s embrace at that moment.
Brianna had to remind herself that although Logan was an Alpha wolf, he was still a young boy grappling with numerous challenges, much like herself. He was angered by her and sought solace, prompting him to seek out his father. Ryder appeared to be aware, simply extending his arms to the
“What is the issue?”She perceived Ryder enquiring of him.
“Mother became disoriented, did she not?” Departed solitary once more.
“Indeed, lost.” Depart, no. She requested permission to take a walk. I saw no reason to object. Indeed, she has become disoriented; it has been an extended period since her last visit. She has returned now. No injuries sustained.
“He could have, however.” Brianna sighed; he was not angry, but rather apprehensive about her potential for further injury. Ryder gazed directly at her, remained silent, and gently rubbed the boy’s back in an attempt to console him. “She is well, and that is what is significant.” This was all he stated ultimately.
“If she is a member of the group.. Is it always possible to locate her?“
Ryder nodded at the boy, albeit with a frown.
“Proceed with it.” “Incorporate her into your group,” the boy declared bluntly, leaving her quite astonished.
“Offspring.”
“No, this approach is preferable and more secure…Rowan concurs.” Ryder’s gaze shifted towards her with a questioning expression.
Brianna exhaled gently; she would have to confront it eventually.
“It is acceptable.” She also intended not to distress her son any further. She appreciated the concept of establishing a mental connection with Logan. Layla appeared entirely amenable to the concept, having shown no resistance when he mentioned it during their walk through the woods.
“You comprehend Brianna.” “Once I accomplish this…” She interrupted him. “I comprehend,” she acknowledged; he would never permit her to depart, not that she anticipated he would, regardless. “Layla is amenable to the concept.” Observed him grin. “This does not imply that we are prepared for any additional matters.”
“Very well.” Ryder nodded, appearing pleased with Layla’s willingness.
Brianna had previously engaged in this activity, albeit not while he was her Mate. At the age of 17, when he assumed control of the pack, she anticipated the forthcoming events and comprehended the appropriate actions and words to employ.
Extended her palm towards him, observed him rise and place Logan in his chair, then reached for the ceremonial blade that was positioned on a stand on his desk. Expected her to consistently occupy that seat. Observed Logan’s eyes widen. It was not a small blade. Approximately six inches in length, slender, and appeared to be exceedingly sharp.
“It will be a minor incision, son.” He lacerated his own palm and subsequently inflicted a similar wound on Brianna’s hand, observing Logan bite his lip as Ryder joined their palms, feeling their blood intermingle. She experienced a sensation of itchiness.
I, Alpha Ryder Wood, of the Black Haven Pack. I accept you, Brianna Dieng, into my Pack as my Mate and Luna.
Brianna gazed up at him, unaware that this was his intended statement, yet she had to acquiesce to it now. I, Brianna Dieng, vow my allegiance to you, Alpha Ryder Wood, and to your Pack. The Black Haven Pack observed him arch an eyebrow at her reluctance; his grip on her hand remained firm, and she was acutely aware that the wound was still unhealed and irritating. She needed to complete it as he had. Although reluctant to express it, it was necessary to prevent the wound from remaining unhealed. “As your Mate and future Luna,” she felt an immediate connection to him, observed his smile, and then he released her hand shortly thereafter.
“Welcome home, Brianna and Layla.” He inclined his head to her, which surprised her considerably. He then addressed Logan, “Now, Logan.” All I require from you is a small sample of blood and the phrase ‘I accept, father.’
Observed Logan nodding while standing, as Ryder inflicted another cut on his palm and raised Logan’s small hand. “It will only cause brief discomfort,” Ryder informed him, as he made a small incision on the boy’s palm and pressed it against his own.
I acknowledge you, Logan Dieng, as my son and the prospective heir to my pack. What is your opinion?
“I accept, Dad,” Logan replied. Brianna observed a tremor pass through the boy as the bond with his father was established. “That’s peculiar,” he remarked while observing his palm, where the wound closed, leaving a minute scar, as he gently touched it with his fingers.
Ryder gazed down at him and tousled his hair. “Welcome home, son.”
Subsequently, Ryder’s gaze shifted to Stella. “No.” It was Fade, not Stella, and it was a definitive assertion.
“Understood.” Ryder merely acknowledged, “However, Stella, Fade.” <text”You are both welcomed into this pack; it is now your home and will always remain so, should you accept us.” He inclined his head slightly towards her.
Observe as Fade gazed intently at him for a full minute before she inclined her head slightly in acknowledgement, subsequently withdrawing and ceding control back to Stella.
It appears she was amenable to this being her residence. “Shall we partake in lunch?”Ryder smiled as he cleaned the blade with a black cloth and sheathed it.
“I am famished,” Logan remarked with a smile directed at him.
Ryder’s Perspective
The expression on her face indicated that Brianna had not anticipated his declaration of my Mate and Luna. However, she did reveal his Mark, and protocol indeed mandated that he utter those words; he would have conveyed this to her had she not interrupted him.
