Ever since that phone call last night I couldn't quite seem to… calm down. I couldn't get Cory and Topanga off my mind. The man who saved me and the woman who raised me. I'm not even sure what to say to them at this point. 'Long time no see' or 'you haven't aged a day'? Both of those seem like the absolute worst options possible. And as werewolves we hardly age, we age in years obviously but looks it slows down around 25, so that wouldn't make any sense. Josh and Lucas found mine and Riley's anxiousness, amusing more or less. Apparently us constantly drifting off into space or nibbling on our nails was in their words 'adorable'. Even during lunch, Riley couldn't stop pacing. Lucas had to seriously pick her up and cradle her in his arms like a baby, what's sad is Riley didn't put up a fight.

However the clock seemed to be against us. The day couldn't have dragged on any slower, well it probably could have but Josh was sure to keep me distracted so I wouldn't look at the clock every few minutes. We have patrol waiting at the entrance into our territory to escort them to the pack house, mostly so we'll know immediately when they get here. Bouncing knees, trembling hands and it is only 5 o'clock. If they left at 6 this morning-which I highly doubt since last I checked they love their sleep-they still wouldn't be here for another hour. "I'm going for a run."

Immediately rising off the couch I move towards the door, Riley is right behind me. "I'm coming too. I need distractions and I need-Ugh I don't know what I need."

"Ladies?"

Glancing up at the balcony overlooking the foyer, our mates have their arms crossed with mischievous smiles on their faces. "What?" Giggling at my best friends whine I wait for their response.

"Where do you think you're going?" Lucas' voice echoes off the marble floors.

"On a run." I reply curtly, if they are thinking about stopping us they have another day coming.

A quick glance at one another and they're jumping off the balcony. If they weren't wolves and didn't have excellent agility then they probably would have hurt themselves. But Riley and I watch as they land on their feet in front of us with a loud THUD. An arm wrapped around my waist, I'm lost in my mates intoxicating scent. Hot breath fanning against my ear, I fight a shiver. He knows exactly what he's doing and it's pure and utter torture. "You have 10 minutes then I'm coming after you."

Amber yips inside of me at the excitement of a chase. A peck to the cheek, another to my jaw and one on my lips. Husky voice, he's just as excited as we are. "Go. I'll track you." Riley and I bolt out of the house, quickly undressing and shifting into my wolf. I remain in charge as I sprint through the woods. The bright sun beaming down through the trees, random spots brighter than others. There's no doubt that fall is approaching, if I didn't have fur, I'd have a slight chill right now.

'I take left you take right'

Riley's voice rings in my head and I flash her a wolfy grin. 'Yes ma'am. Don't make it easy.'

With the final word we sprint into different directions. Burning limbs as I leap over branches, circling trees to confuse him and weaving from left to right. I run through a small stream, getting my paws wet to make it more difficult. The water deteriorates my scent, making it less pungent thus harder for him to find me. Farkle told me how great my mate is at tracking, a Gamma bragging on his Alpha. Either way he said it's one of Josh's specialties. No wonder he loves a good game of chase. Amber absolutely purrs in happiness at how skilled our mate is, and he hasn't even found us yet.

I don't even know how long we've been running but I know my ten minutes is about to be up. Right as that thought crosses my mind two long and determined howls ring through the air. A few branches snap from behind me but by the scent I can tell it's someone from our pack. A chocolate brown wolf bows his head, lowering his chest to the ground making me come to a complete stop to acknowledge him. 'Luna are you safe?'

'Yes. Thank you, a small game of chase till visitors arrive. Are you on patrol?'

'Yes Luna, you've ran far.' Another howl and the wolf in front of me glances at me with an amused glint in his eyes. 'Go. I won't tell him anything.'

'Thank you…' I'm the worst Luna, I don't know his name. But in my defense there's a lot of members. And I've only just become Luna.

'Warrior Ryder.'

'Thank you Warrior Ryder.'

It isn't like Josh would ask for help anyways, I have a feeling that he won't sacrifice his pride. I need to find a place to hide. Leaping over another branch that has fallen from the trees, I let the wind brush through my fur. Leaves crunching underneath my paws, my claws flicking dirt behind me. That's when a thought comes to mind. Amber flicks her tail in approval, quickly I shift into my human form and scurry up a tree. The rough bark scratching against my ivory skin a few times but it doesn't slow me down. I can't slow down… I'm naked after all. As soon as I find a thick branch with a small bit of foliage I shift back into my wolf. My paws dangling off either side of the branch, I rest my muzzle against it.

'Where's my Luna?'

Snickering to myself, I don't reply back. It isn't like he'd be able to find me if I used our link, it's not GPS but still-I enjoy the taunting and teasing tone he's using. This makes it even more fun. Even more… thrilling. We love to be chased by our mate. After a few more minutes, I see his dark wolf appear through some brush immediately I try to cower lower. That didn't take him long at all, he really is very skilled at tracking. Mouth closed, muzzle to the ground he's stopped right by the trunk.

Circling it once.

Twice.

Three times.

He sits on his haunches beside my hideout. Huffing to himself, tilting his head to the side. My scent is the strongest right here, and it leads nowhere else. His paws take a few steps forward, ears twitching he's listening for me. Amber is urging me to go to our mate, and honestly I want to play a bit. Slowly, quietly standing up on the branch I leap down towards the ground tackling him in the process. 'PINNED YOU!'

Rolling me over so he's on top, he rubs our noses together. 'You hid in a tree?'

'I climbed.'

Wait for it… Wait for it… 'YOU CLIMBED THE TREE NAKED?'

Licking his muzzle I try to push him off. He isn't happy that I roamed around the forest-no matter how short the time, naked. 'Your body is for me to see only, mate.' Rubbing our foreheads together, he's embedding his scent again. He's such a gorgeous wolf but at this point his scent is so deeply embedded into my skin it would take weeks to wash out. Mates like Amy and Allen, you could never get rid of either scent from their skin. It's soaked into their pores, the way they want it.

'Yeah, yeah. Get off me you big oaf!'

Snorting he gives me what I want and stands beside me. Nose nudging my side, trying to get me to stand. I oblige and as soon as I'm up he's nipping at my hind legs to get me moving. Immediately I'm sprinting back towards the pack house. I don't look back, it will only slow me down and he wants to race. That's when I feel fur brushing against my side, my mate meets my strides as we near our home. My front legs move in front of me, my back underneath me the wind rushing through me. Glancing at my mate just for a second, he looks majestic. His gaze focused entirely in front of us, this is his land and his territory.

This is where he belongs.

Eventually he starts to pick up speed, showing his female what he's made of… winning. It isn't fair though he's taller. As soon as we enter the clearing he trots around, head held high and tail up in the air. Circling me, he's praising himself. Such an arrogant Alpha. Huffing I sit on my haunches and glare at my mate. His muzzle nudges mine, and again when I don't show him any affection. His wolf sits in front of me and rests his muzzle against my own. 'Oh come on baby girl, you know I love you'

'You arrogant male. You only won because you're taller. You have longer strides.'

Huffing he leans backward so he can look in my eyes and before I see what's happening his nose presses against mine. A quick kiss, and he's giving me a wolfy grin. 'Yes that's right baby girl. I'm taller and that's why I won.'

I know he's appeasing me, which is exactly what I wanted so I'm a happy wolf. Standing back up I flick my tail in his face and in return he sneezes. Lucas and Riley enter the clearing opposite us, my best friend jumping circles around her mate. Her tiny frame barely over the tall grass at the edge of the forest. Even in wolf form, his affection is so evident for his female. His snout follows her every move, a quick shake of his head he's amused by her. Josh's voice enters my head, 'Riley's just as playful as I imagined her to be.'

'You have no idea. Even when we were younger I knew she wouldn't grow out of it. But it's so Riley don't you think?'

We both glance back towards our friends who are headed straight towards us. Except Riley gets distracted with a butterfly fluttering above her. Jumping in the air she tries to catch it but fails, growling with her butt up in the air she leaps again… unknowingly on top of her mate. 'Yes, yes that's definitely Riley.'

Running behind the tree where I left my clothes, I hurriedly dress back into my leather jeggings and maroon tee shirt that I had tucked in on one side to accent my waist. My feet are still bare as I step out into the clearing. My mate is already waiting on me, jeans hung low on his hips. The sun glistening against his abs makes him even more delicious. Not to mention those V-Lines and happy trail. Opening his arms for me, I grin and sprint towards him. Jumping into his grasp I give him a quick kiss so we won't get carried away. "Anything from patrol?"

"Not yet baby girl."

A groan from behind me, I know that's my best friend. Lucas peppering kisses across her face. He tells her how beautiful of a wolf she is, how she hid so well and how much he loves her. This male loves giving his female affection. Which works out great, the Moon Goddess paired them together perfectly. Riley loves affection and almost needs it-she has the childlike mentality which I love about her. Keeps me grounded in a sense, kept me from growing up too fast when I was younger. And Lucas, well he willingly gives it to her, praising her for the smallest things which makes her even happier. Lifting her off the ground, she wraps her legs around his torso. Our mates holding us in their arms, I can't help but smile. "Lucas, my mate and I will be taking Farkle and Smackle on our trip this weekend to the Power Pack. You and Riley will be in charge with Zay and Vanessa. My father will be here for guidance and is aware of my decision." I quite like the fact that he's training Lucas to lead the pack in his absence. Especially since he has no heir, if something-Goddess forbid were to happen to Josh the responsibility wouldn't land entirely on Allen. Lucas, though not born an Alpha could lead very well especially with Riley by his side.

"Yes Alpha. Will you be taking warriors with you?"

"Of course, I'm travelling with our Luna. Though I can defend her myself, extra protection for her safety never hurts."

"I can defend myself." An arch of my brow and a simple smirk, playfully he growls at me. "Awe what's the matter, blow to your ego?"

Before he responds, his eyes glaze over. Oh please, for the love of Goddess let that be Cory and Topanga. Riley glances at Lucas who is shrugging before pecking her cheek over and over again. That is one obsessed male. "Hey baby girl." Glancing at him with hopeful eyes, his straight face turns into a smile, "They're here. ETA of 5 minutes. Jumping out of his grasp, Riley and I sprint towards the front of the pack house.

"PICK IT UP RILEY!"

Giggling she tries to move faster, "I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THEM!"

Lucas and Josh saunter towards us a few minutes later, they see their females-hands clasped together and bending knees, constantly moving to ease our nerves. A black SUV enters the clearing and I feel as if my heart has stopped beating. Rolling tires against the gravel, it seems as if every second is drug out. Riley gulps and grips my hand tighter. "It's okay Riley."

"It's okay Maya."

Reassuring words from best friends, from sisters. We both know that we are here for one another. An arm around my waist, Lucas wraps an arm around Riley. Only now are we truly starting to calm down though. The sparks emitting from our contact eases our tension. The car slows in front of the steps and instead of it not beating, my heart is pounding against my chest. The door flies open as soon as it is put into park and Topanga rushes out.

Racing towards us.

We're frozen in our spots.

Cory exits the driver's side and the door slamming shut kicks us into high gear. We both run towards them, Riley towards her father and me towards Topanga. Long honey hair is pulled up in a ponytail and my arms snake around her before I can see anything else. Tears fall down my cheeks as I embrace this female, we aren't just touching cheeks. Our bodies pressed firmly together, years of missing a motherly figure will call for nothing less. "I've missed you so much Maya."

"I've missed you Topanga."

"Mom?"

Pulling away, a tear stained face of her true daughter awaits to meet her mom for the first time in 2 soon to be 3 years. I'm tugged away and into Cory's arms. If he didn't raise me, then it'd be inappropriate for a male to hold me like this. And if Josh is upset about the contact, well he isn't making it known. Which is good, for his safety. Cory smells exactly the same, it sounds weird but he's always smelt like old books and coffee. "Maya." Sobbing into his chest there are no words to be said.

What is there to say?

A similar predicament from earlier.

No doubt when I pull away I look like a mess, but when he cups my face the only thing he says is, "You've grown up to be such a beautiful she-wolf Maya."

I don't even know what to think right now, the past years have done nothing to his looks. Dark, curly brown hair and the same kind and warm brown eyes. They hold so much knowledge and wisdom, he's more than just a doctor but someone you could go to for guidance. I've always been closer with Cory than Topanga. But, I've always spent more time with Cory… conscious or not. Amber is jumping in her cage wanting to be let out, wanting to say hi but I hold her back.

This is my time right now.

There will be plenty of time for that later. Bags under his eyes is the only thing different, but it doesn't take away from their sparkle. Something Riley inherited directly from him. "What time did you leave?"

"We left at 5 this morning. We couldn't sleep any longer and left." Again I hug him and realize this is the closest to a male I've been besides Josh. "Alpha."

I pull away from Cory and turn around, Josh and Lucas are watching us all with smiles on their faces. "Cory, Topanga thank you for visiting our pack."

"No Alpha. It is us who should thank you a million times over." Genuine heart felt words that are completely unnecessary. We have plenty of space, and we have no reason to keep them away. "I can't believe Kermit didn't tell us you were here."

Furrowing my brows, I tilt my head to the side. Not because he simply said Kermit, he's never respected my father and believes almost as much as I that he doesn't deserve the title. But, because my father hadn't mentioned my sudden appearance in an allied pack. "I find that surprising."

"I don't." Josh speaks up and wraps an arm around my waist, "but we will discuss all of that later. Now is a time for celebration and reminiscing. I'm Josh, Alpha of the Twilight Pack as well as Maya's mate. And this is my Beta Lucas, your daughters mate."

A handshake between the men and I'm cheek to cheek with Topanga again, "Maya you're so beautiful. Both of my girls are so beautiful." Her truth filled with so much emotion, it warms my heart. "Do you have any idea how much you two were missed? The whole pack basically fell into a depression."

Shaking my head, "It will be for the better of the pack. Soon." Cryptic words, but they don't seem to confuse her.

"We'll discuss that later." She replies with a knowing and almost eager smile, "Now Lucas." He immediately appears by his mate's side, facing her mother. "I'm Topanga, Riley's mother."

"Thank you for blessing this world with such a beautiful and perfect female." Told you he was smitten with my best friend. Ever since he met her, I should know he almost tried to attack me when we all first met.

Riley's cheeks tinge a light pink, you think she'd be sort of used to it all by now. Topanga's smile widens, he's in. Topanga's always been so kind and trusting, her and my mother were always great friends. Compassionate and loving, so of course they'd be friends. Cory is the one he needs to sway. Cory has always had a way of reading people to see if they can and should be trusted. He trusted my mother, and me but never trusted my father.

"Lucas, this is my father Cory. Daddy this is my mate, Lucas. Beta of the Twilight Pack." Puffing out his chest a little further, he should be proud. He wasn't just born into this role, he was chosen.

Cory gives him a once over, eyes roaming over his form. Is he strong enough to protect his daughter? Yes. Lucas is stronger than Cory so that shouldn't be an issue. Is he being appropriate with Riley? Arm high around her torso, nothing to be worried about. Which is rare with mates. And lastly, is his daughter happy? Cory glances into his daughter's eyes. I've never seen them brighter. "Welcome to our family Lucas." A handshake between two men who have one specific thing in common.

Love for the same girl.

Josh intertwines my hand with his, "I had Maggie set up a private dinner in my office. Come, let's eat and get better acquainted with one another."

Riley takes Lucas' hand and her mother's in the other to lead them inside. I hold Josh back, gazing into his beautiful eyes. And though no words can truly express my gratitude, I still say "Thank you."

Lips colliding with mine, full of hunger and passion but mostly love. Sparks emitting so strongly they can pass for fireworks. Hands holding me so tight, as if I'd ever want to go. I'm so caught up in this kiss, and still am when Josh's voice enters my mind. 'I will literally do anything for you Maya whatever makes you happy, seeing you this way. Feeling your happiness through our mate bond, and seeing that breathtaking smile. That's all I ever want. I love you.'

'I love you.'

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CAN I GET AN 'AWWWWWWEEEE'?

Lol, too stinkin' cute. Don't worry everyone, don't you worry there will be more Cory and Topanga appearances just not in the next few chapters.

EEK! *Grabs pillows as shield*

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