Chapter 74

After the wedding ceremony was over, everyone was moved through to the receiving room where we would take photos, thank the attending guests, and accept gifts. Despite how uncomfortable I felt being the center of attention and under the scrutiny of some of the most powerful names in our world, I smiled through it all because Ryan stood at my side with my hand tightly clasped in his. I took a moment to marvel at just how incredible my new husband was as he handled the social interactions with a grace and composure that proved just how good of an ALpha he was. He could be fierce when needed, and he had indeed earned his fearsome reputation, but he could also be gentle and the very image of diplomatic proficiency. Each Alpha and Luna that approached us with their blessings and gifts, hoped to increase their diplomatic relationship with us, from smaller packs to larger packs, and Ryan treated them all equally. It made my heart swell with pride to see him act this way to people that my fath