CEO's Runaway Mate and Her Cubs

After discovering a whole new world, Jaden forgot to threaten his uncle. He had a whole script ready, and Renato knew his words were going to be harsh.

But all that talk about mates was too distracting for both the men. They exchanged their experiences and advice - such as what to do when your mate bites you because she's in a funny mood.

«I don't know, Jaden. What shall one do in that case?» asked Renato.

«Nothing,» was the prompt reply. Jaden was as convinced as to nod at his own words. «Just let her bite you.»

«I see. I'll keep it in mind.»

The man nodded back, with a solemn expression and every intention to hide to the pup how funny his demeanour was.

In the end, having a son wouldn't be so bad. He could talk with him just like with Jaden.

«So, you let Stella bite you?»

«It's not her fault if her teeth tingle.»

«That's the excuse she used to explain her reasons?»

«No, Stella doesn't talk much, but I remember how it was when I was little.»

«I see...»

Renato's face didn't show any emotion, knowing very well the kid in front of him would use it against him at the first chance. Did Jaden remember his early years? Was it possible?

But, mostly, did it matter?

Taking it for true was the safest way. He also had to be careful because the little boy would remember and potentially tell Woods about any foul word he said.

«But does she bite everyone around her?» Renato continued.

«No, just me. And maybe her dad, but I'm not sure.»

«See? She likes you enough.»

«Does my aunty also bite you?» Jaden asked, lowering his tone as if talking about secrets.

«She... Ehm, not really. But if she does, I'll follow your advice and totally let her.»

«Hmm.» The little boy nodded, crossing his arms. That uncle wasn't too bad, all in all. He cooked for his aunty and would let her bite him.

Not to mention he had explained a little more about mates.

He could understand why Nate was so desperate to conquer his mommy, at that point.

«When is dinner coming?» he then asked, getting angry.

Renato sighed, relieved. The shower of questions was over. He thought Jaden's curiosity would never end.

«Soon. Let's go look for your aunt and sister, okay?»

«Okay.»

As they got up to leave, they heard the front door opening and a few steps walking in. Jaden halted, looking at Renato with wide eyes. What was happening? Why many people?

Were they in danger?

«It's fine,» Renato said, offering his hand. «They are all friends and family. No one will hurt you. And, even if they tried, your aunty would protect you. She's so strong.»

Jaden relaxed a little, but Renato hadn't missed how quick he had been at tensing up. Even though little, he knew he was in foreign territory. There, his dad couldn't come and help just yet.

Not with Samantha ruling.

«Hey, where are you all?» Amanda shouted. She walked into the living room with the pizza boxes.

«Here,» Samantha shouted back, and Renato rolled his eyes at their loud exchange. Jaden chuckled when he noticed his reaction.

His mate had adapted pretty well to the new pack, so much that she would shout back and let people sniff her without concerns.

«Ale and Sergio are excited, so I guess the company is doing well.»

«Hey!» Ale whispered. He was the one who had to give that news, not a brat like Amanda!

Scarlet followed her aunt, and the boys reached them a few seconds later. They all gathered in the living room, and Renato ran away to collect glasses and drinks.

«Here, here, I have the pleasure to introduce my niece and nephew. This is Scarlet. Say hi, Scarlet,» said Samantha.

«Hello.»

«And this is Jaden.»

«Hi,» Jaden said before waiting for his aunt to tell him.

She introduced Ale and Sergio, together with Lucretia who wouldn't be too far from Amanda at any time.

«And, finally, this is my sister-in-law. She's Amanda.»

«Hello, pups. You can call me Mandy,» the latter replied. She smiled at the pups as if they weren't from a rival pack and sat next to Scarlet on the sofa.

«What is a sister-in-law?» Jaden whispered to Renato when the latter came in with the glasses.

«It's a wife's or a husband's sister.»

«Why in law?»

«Because you don't share blood but are linked by marriage. For humans, it's just law.»

While the little boy considered that new discovery, the two girls next to him almost squealed at his cute, focused expression. Amanda hid nothing about her reaction while Lucretia used all her wits not to show it, but she failed.

Where did that little blonde thing come from? Was it really Woods's pup? So cute, what a waste for Norwich!

«How is the company doing?» Samantha asked. «I wish I could help but...» Her eyes stopped on Renato, and he frowned before she could even finish her sentence.

She was the Alpha of the place, but she couldn't find enough reasons to work while her mate had plenty for her to stay home. Starting from the need to take care of the pack during those troubling periods, passing through her pregnancy, and ending with the fact that there wasn't much she had to do at the company yet.

After their pup was born, she could overwork herself all she wanted, he had declared.

And she couldn't help but follow his wish. Also, it was true there was not much for her there.

Word was spread among the humans about her founding a new company. She would produce shoes and bags, not too far from what she had been used to in Norwich but not as close as to be competition. And she already had contacted a few main clients and enough suppliers when Renato was too busy to check on her.

She could wait a few months before officially becoming the CEO of that company.