Mated to My Intended's Enemy novel Chapter 34

Chapter 34: Chapter 34 Change

Victoria

The soft hum of the SUV’s engine quieted as we pulled up to the imposing gates of Shadow Pack’s territory. Tiny pulled around the circular driveway and parked near the front entrance. "I’ll inform Alpha Moretti about the situation at Omega House," he said, his deep voice filled with quiet assurance.

"Thank you, Tiny. For everything," I said, genuinely appreciative of his support and generosity.

The massive doors to the mansion opened before I could reach them, and Leo stood there, his powerful frame silhouetted against the warm light spilling from inside. My heart skipped a beat at the sight of Leonard.

His hazel eyes found mine immediately, that predatory focus zeroing in on me with an intensity that made my wolf Ava stir beneath my skin. In three long strides, he closed the distance between us, strong arms wrapping around my waist as he pulled me against his hard chest.

"Missed you, little wolf," he murmured against my ear, his voice a deep rumble that sent shivers down my spine.

Before I could respond, his mouth claimed mine in a possessive kiss that left no doubt about how much he’d missed me. His tongue slid against mine, tasting, claiming, while his hands tightened on my hips. The bond between us hummed with contentment, our wolves recognizing each other even as Ava continued to awaken slowly within me.

When we finally broke apart, Leo’s eyes narrowed slightly as he studied my face. "Something’s wrong," he stated, not a question but an observation. "Your scent is tinged with anger and distress."

I sighed, leaning into his warmth. "Can we talk inside? It’s been a long day."

Leo guided me into his study. He poured two glasses of whiskey, handing one to me before settling onto the leather couch and pulling me onto his lap.

"Tell me," he commanded softly, his large hand running soothingly up and down my spine.

I took a fortifying sip of whiskey, the liquid burning a path down my throat, before launching into an explanation about Uncle Alessio, the omegas, and Enzo’s embezzlement of the educational funds.

"That fucking bastard," Leo growled. "Stealing from omegas is beyond contempt, even for Enzo."

"Tiny offered to fund their education personally," I said, still touched by his Beta’s generosity.

Leo’s expression softened slightly. "Tiny is a good man. His sister was an omega who struggled to get proper schooling. It’s a cause close to his heart."

"I didn’t know that," I admitted, realizing how little I knew about the wolves who were now part of my pack.

"I’ll match whatever Tiny offers," Leo said decisively, his thumb tracing circles on my hip. "And double it. Those omegas need more than just academic education—they need survival skills training. Job placement assistance. Ways to integrate into human society where their omega status won’t limit their opportunities."

I stared at him, warmth blooming in my chest at his immediate understanding and generosity. "You’d do that? For omegas from another pack?"

Leo’s eyes held mine steadily. "I’d do that for you, Victoria. And because it’s the right thing to do. Besides," his lips quirked up in a rare smile, "technically, since you’re my Luna now, they’re under our protection too."

Suddenly, a realization hit me. "Leo, my father’s trust fund! Not the educational one, but the personal inheritance he left me. It was sealed until I either turned twenty-one or..." I hesitated, still adjusting to our new reality, "...or until I was mated to an Alpha. Which I now am."

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