A feast lay on tables outside the meeting hall. Alpha had told everyone to eat as much as they liked and enjoy the night.
Back in the room, Arya lay on the bed, feeling tired. After having dinner, she came into her room, took a long, warm bath, and then wore a cotton dress before falling on the bed.
As she closed her eyes, the familiar scent of first rain and wildflowers hit her. Her senses were now stronger, and she knew when he came close.
"Long night, huh," Alfa said.
Without flinching, she replied, "Yeah. I'm feeling exhausted."
"You didn't jump!" Alfa observed.
"I can smell you now," Arya said, her eyes still closed.
"You did good out there today. Everyone loved you," Alfa said, sitting on his side of the bed.
"Thanks," Arya said, her voice sleepy.
'Arya, with our mate so close, I don't know how long I can hold in my feelings.' Bella said.
'Bella, just go to sleep.' Arya said.
"You awake?" Alfa asked, even when he knew the answer.
