Luca pov.

I had left my phone on recording mode and left it with Rose. I overheard all their conversation. Anger welled up at the thought of her finding it difficult to know who she belonged to. Even though I told her I would not let her mate, even though all I had done was to protect her from my brothers and enemies.

To make matters worse, Merlin called me his father, and I can swear my heart melted at the thought of being Merlin's dad. My heart melted at the thought of owning Rose and everything she had.

It was easy for me. Even if they had told me...