Beyond the Bond

They both were surprised by his sudden presence as Diana passed him a small smile.

"Vander, do you like my daughter except for the mate bond?" Diana asked him directly and Celeste gaped at her mom in silence.

"I do, ma'am," Vander said confidently and Celeste's eyes whipped in his direction. Completely surprised.

Diana noticed the glint in his eyes and she knew he wasn't lying.

"Would you like to