Page 119 of The Alien Warrior's Vow

Lans had the urge to taste his mate’s lips again when a voice said, “Are they always this… sappy?”

He peered out of the corner of his eye at Tanek who stood stiffly across the table.

Clavas chuckled. “Insufferably.”

Tiegan dipped his chin in silent agreement.

Tanek squirmed. “I was told we were having an important meeting.”

“Yes.” Korben nodded.

“It seems more like a celebration at the announcement of your brood.” Tanek coughed. “Of which I have no relation.”

“You do.” Korben nodded. “As an elder of the tribas, you are responsible for the well-being of all Plutonians. That includes my brood.”

“And mine.” Rune stared softly at his mate.

Ga Eun’s eyes disappeared as she smiled.

Tanek’s skin turned from a sharp blue to pale purple. “Er…”

“Do you accept the honor, Tanek?” Zar prodded.

The son of the elder closed his eyes and nodded weightily. “I will guard them with my life.”

“That deserves a toast!” Lilliana said, cozying up next to Tiegan who did not push her away.

“To Plutonians!” Pin lifted his flask. “And to humans.”

Lans lifted his glass, but his eyes were on his beautiful mate.

The female of his dreams.

The human he had saved and who, in turn, had saved him.

“To Plutonians,” Eema said, her beautiful face beaming with a grin.

He pressed a kiss to her temple and whispered. “And to humans.”

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