Chapter 173

• My cheeks explode with heat in reaction to his words and both Jake and Leah's audible sounds of horror and disgust only amplify my embarrassment. I'm not used to this kind of intimate banter, especially not in public, but after a quick self-inspection, I realize that it feels surprisingly nice. Edward sends me a saucy wink as if to say that we aren't finished with that particular subject, before turning his attention back to our guests.
• "You'll understand when you imprint, my friend," he discloses simply, as he affectionately nuzzles his nose against my neck.
• My wolf immediately sighs in reaction to his caress and both of my cousins are wearing soft smiles. A surge of happiness swells up inside of me because of the simple fact that my family is clearly accepting us as a couple and that feels absolutely incredible.