"Gene, we are here, love." He said purring.

We enter the home together and made quite a scene. The house was grand and all but after the many estates I've seen, it was hardly impressive. Most annoyingly was that the many artifacts were put in display boxes, tag with description and estimation prices.

The society members gather around the items, taking discreet glances our way. Many wanted to walk over but just a low grown and a little puffing frighten them off.

It went on like in every room we walk into people just stop and stare. Well, almost everyone stop except maybe one. Taking a few steps closer and I recognized the face. Alcon Temple head of North American guards, my once trusted partner in crime and best friend, we've drifted apart after his promotion and my departure. But currently, we were in the awkward phase that lasted for ten years in my last life.

It was different. I also was so used to him in military wear that the sight of him in a suite surprised me. He looks great and it would seem that he attracted the eyes of many just like we did, and for the very same reason, we did or should I say Knight did, his off the charts hotness.

"Gene,"

"I can't believe this is happening" I mumbled.

It was unbelievable. Knight seems to know my feeling, he glanced back at me as if he'd sensed my gaze moving over him. I would have guessed that he was this good of an actor even with his reputation.

Taking a deep breath I knew I could not back off. I offered him a slow grin, which made him lift an eyebrow and a smirk appeared on his face.

Not to be deterred, I plucked a gla.s.s of bubble from a pa.s.sing waiter and handed him one. It was time to play a part. Usually, I would be on my guard, potions were the only thing that could kill me but we need to ease off the tension and made if more a casual.

"When I heard of you mating I could not believe my ears. To see who you are mated with is a pleasant surprise. It's a good time as any to collect on the bet, Gene. I want that ring."Alcon's slick voice cut across anything the sound any other might have said.

It took me back. The news of my mating?

Who would know?