Epilogue

It's been two months since the rogues ripped through the camp, and since then, several of the rogues have stuck around. Some have even joined packs, and some are just testing how they feel. They've been peaceful, so my guys, along with Luther and his pack, have started to teach them how to live with so many people. Mason has slowly started to get to know his mother again, but he has kept her at arm's length, going at his own pace. She's been completely open and honest with him, so I have hope for their future. She also told us that she figured out that I was the one blocking Daniel. Something in my DNA knew he was dangerous, and somehow, I put a shield up when I turned into a wolf the first time. Mason's mom also told us that Daniel was experimenting with herbs to make himself stronger, which he apparently figured out. She's not sure what it is, but she knows where he stashed his research.

Luther is supportive of Mason getting to know his mom, but he won't go near her. Not that I blame him. He explained to me one night how it felt when she rejected the bond, so I can't even imagine what he's feeling now.

I haven't spoken to my mom since that fateful night I found out the truth, and for once, it doesn't bother me. She hasn't made any attempt to contact me, and I'm sick of trying. I'm deliriously happy with my life now in the camp. I work with Margie and Beth every day and spend my nights with the guys. They even let me start redecorating because it was too much like a bachelor pad. I let my apartment go, quit my job at the diner, and chose to spend my life happy.

A month ago, Mason, Nash, and Bryce told me about the mating ceremony. It was to solidify what we already know, that we're meant to be together forever. Margie, Beth, Ava, and I have spent many nights planning for it, and today is the day.

I spin at the waist, letting the simple white flowing dress swing around my legs. Margie curled my hair and pinned half of it back from my face but let the rest hang down my back. Beth did my makeup, and I barely recognized myself in the mirror.

"I'm, like, so jealous," Ava giggles. After the day that I saved her, she attached herself to my hip. Not that I'm complaining. I love being around her. She's carefree, and she talks constantly about finding her fated. Her parents, Ruby and Josh, are amazing people, and I've grown close to Ruby.

Margie bustles into the room and puts her hands on her hips. "The guys want to see you. I told them that it's bad luck."

"That's a wedding, Margie," I laugh.

"Whatever. Do you want to see them?"

"Of course." She rolls her eyes but sticks her head out of the door. When they walk in, my breath leaves in a rush. They're all dressed identically in white dress shirts and black slacks. How the hell did I get so lucky?

"We're the lucky ones," Bryce says, grabbing my hand and spinning me in a circle. "You look gorgeous."

"I really need to learn how to block my thoughts."

"Never do that, Pup." Nash steps forward, grabs my hand, and kisses the back of it. "You look like a queen."

"She does," Mason agrees, grabbing my other hand. "Can you give us some privacy?"

Margie huffs. "Do not ruin her dress, hair, or makeup with your freaky shit."

"Oh my God!" Ava squeals, plugging her ears.

"Oops," Margie laughs. "Come on, oh innocent one." Margie leads Ava from the room and shuts the door behind her. When I look at the guys, I realize they look nervous.

"What's going on?" I ask.

"We wanted to talk to you about something," Mason says, grabbing my hand again. "I know this is just a ceremony for the mate bond, but we were wondering if you wanted to make it a little more legal."

"Legal?"

"We want you to marry us. We already got a preacher and everything," Bryce blurts out. Mason shakes his head, and Bryce grimaces. "Sorry."

"Your wife?" I whisper, my heart beating out of my chest.

"We can do the wedding and ceremony at the same time," Nash explains. He grabs my cheeks, and the intense look in his eyes almost makes me stop breathing. "We want you now and forever, Pup. We want you as our partner, our wife, our equal, and our mate. We love you so much."

"You are our missing piece, Little wolf," Mason says, taking Nash's spot. My eyes fill with tears, and he swipes them away with his thumbs before they can roll down my cheek. "You are the queen of this family. We just want to give you the crown. I love you."

Bryce hip-checks Mason out of the way, grabbing both of my hands. I laugh, but it's watery. "I never knew I could love someone so much. And then you walked into our lives. Even as a child, I knew I'd spend the rest of my life with you. Please, put us out of our misery and say yes. I love you."

They step back, and my hand flies to my mouth when they all drop to one knee. Mason produces a ring box and flips the lid open. It's a simple diamond with rubies surrounding it that match our eyes. "Will you marry us, Little wolf?"

"Oh my God. Yes! So much, yes!" Bryce is the first to jump to his feet and jerks me into his arms. "I love you guys so much."

Most of my life, I've felt like I didn't belong. The only one who ever gave me any peace was my grandma. Now that I know why I saw the guys in my dreams, I realize they were there to help me through life, too. And then they walked into my life and turned it upside down. If you would have asked me a year ago if I believed in wolf shifters and fated mates, I would have laughed in your face. But this is my life now, and I'm grabbing onto it with both hands. I've mastered my shift faster than the guys ever thought possible. And I'll master this part of my life, too.

"Okay!" Margie calls through the door. "We need to get this show on the road."

Mason jumps to his feet and pulls me away from Bryce. He lays a quick kiss on my lips and slips the ring onto my finger. "I didn't get you anything!" I complain.

"Don't worry, we already got it," Bryce grins.

"You were awfully sure, weren't you?" I joke.

"Just hopeful," Nash answers. He slides his arm around me and jerks me against his chest. "See you out there." He kisses me slowly and reluctantly steps back. I watch as they leave the room and can't keep the smile from my face when Margie walks back in.

"Jesus. You couldn't help yourself, could you?" she grumbles, grabbing the little makeup bag.

"I'm getting married!"

"What?!" she exclaims and grabs my hand. "Holy shit. Those sneaky boys! Congratulations!"

She jerks me into a hug, and I can't help but laugh from happiness. We start jumping up and down, making Grandma poke her head in. "Did they do it?" she asks.

"You knew?" I take a look at her face and snort. "Of course you did."

"I brought you something." She hands me a gift bag. When I pull out the necklace, I gasp. "I wore it on my wedding day. I kept it for you. Now you'll have your grandpa close to you."

"Oh, Grandma," I whisper, handing it to Margie to put it on. "It's beautiful."

"You look stunning, Dear." She gently kisses my cheek. "I'm going to go back out there. I think I've almost worn Cadence down." With a wink, she disappears through the door.

"After all this time, Cadence still doesn't know how to handle her," Margie comments. Grandma has made it her mission to make him as uncomfortable as possible. He's a big alpha but still blushes a deep red at her comments. It"s funny and adorable at the same time. "Are you ready?"

"Definitely."

Margie hands me my flowers, and I follow her out toward the lake. The guys are waiting for me at the end of the dock, and the rest of the crowd disappears. It's only them. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with them. Margie takes her seat, and I walk up the aisle. Margie said Bryce spent all day decorating with them. The fact that he was fully involved makes my heart swell even more. There are flowers everywhere; some are even floating in the water. Mason and Nash built a gorgeous arch that stands at the end of the dock. I hand my flowers to Grandma and step between my guys. They left their bond open so I can feel the love pouring from them in waves. We say our mate commitment vows and then our wedding ones. When the preacher pronounces us husbands and wife, each guy takes their time kissing me. Wolf whistles and catcalls sound out around us.

Now, I get to spend the rest of my life with my pack.