All Chapters of The Gray Ranch: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

ANN POV"Well, in a nutshell, the hospital told us that there are beings known as shifters around this area. They told us shifters have heightened senses and the ability to shift into animal form. They said you tend to heal quickly and are healthier than most humans, but occasionally, you do require medical attention. They asked for us to treat you just like any typical human and keep our mouths closed. That wasn't the vocabulary used of course, but I am paraphrasing. Grab those bowls please," I say as I set Claire's cheese grater down on the counter. I begin to stir the noodles to hide the fact my hands are shaking a little. He silently moves to grab the bowls from next to the sink and I manage to take a deep breath to try and calm down. When he places the bowls on the counter next to the noodles, I keep my eyes on the food and sprinkle my favorite herbs over the top. He watches my face the whole time I do that and I try to act like my heart isn't racing.When Claire and I signed t

ANN POV (3 weeks later) I slide my hand into Finley's as love practically spills over in my chest. Watching my best friend say, "I do," to her mate has made me feel so lovey-dovey I don't think I have ever been happier. Fin smiles before bringing our hands to his lips and kissing the back of my hand. We share a look of happiness before we turn our attention back to Lewis and Claire. They look so perfect together as they spin around on the makeshift dance floor. In fact, everything about their little backyard ceremony has been perfect. From Claire's dress to Lewis's speech. When she first told me they were going to do a small backyard wedding I thought they were moving too fast, but then I thought about my relationship with Finley and how fast we have moved. Then I got sad because she would be moving into the Gray mansion, and I would be left in our small house by myself, missing her companionship, but those feelings passed quickly as well. My best friend has found her one true

DARCY POV "If you had never met him do you think you would have wanted me,"... that question has consumed my thoughts for months.I wanted to apologize to him. I wanted to tell him how much I wanted him as well as Killian. But I couldn't explain why I wanted Killian more. Instead, I was only able to confirm that I desired Finley too. I answered him as honestly as I could. If I had never met Killian I would have been Finley's the second I met him, but I had fallen in love years ago with my best friend and partner. I had chosen who I wanted to be with. I couldn't just make my love for Killian go away when I met Finley... Not like my mom did when she met her mate... Not like Killian did when he met his... Maybe the love others have for me just isn't that strong. Maybe I am not loveable...My depressive thoughts make the pain in my chest build once more and I quickly shut them down. If I fall down the pit of despair I won't be able to do what I came here to do. I won't be able to protec

ANN POV "Before we leave I want to check with Stan and see what the council told him. Are you okay hanging out in here for a minute," Fin asks as he places his dishes in the washer. I nod and smile at Sam who seems to like me more than I realized. "That's fine. I will be spending more time here. I should get better acquainted," I say and Tabitha shoots me a wink. Fin kisses my cheek and strides off in the direction of their massive office. I watch him until he is gone, and when I look back at the others, I am surprised to find them sitting across from me at the large island. Tabitha smiles at me and Sam takes a sip of her hot tea. "We won't let her get close to him," Sam says clearly as she lowers the mug to the counter and I grin. Her fiercely protective nature reminds me of my mother. I can see why Claire likes her so much. "I don't plan to let her near him either. She doesn't deserve him," I say, and the green-eyed beauty gives me a wide smile. "That's what we like to hea

ANN POV "FIN," I shout while hoping his sensitive ears hear me.It is windy out tonight and he might already be acres away from the house."Fin," I yell again and I see a large gray wolf cutting throw the tall grass to the East of me.When it reaches the short grass around the barn it shifts and I am instantly met with a naked and angry Finley."Ann! What the hell are you doing outside," he says as he comes marching toward me. His irritation is clear and I know I should be focused on his face, but my eyes quickly sweep over his muscular form. The broad shoulders and V cut waist make me wet my lips. He is exquisite and for a moment I forget why I rushed out here."Ann, get your butt inside. It is dangerous," Finley orders while pointing toward the back door.He comes to a halt in front of me looking angrier than I have ever seen him, but I don't move."What did Darcy say," I ask directly and his arm drops.The angry look on his face dims for a moment, before he shakes his head and r