Denzel opened the door and welcomed Karmen inside with a firm embrace, patting his back in congratulations. "I'm genuinely happy for you, Karmen. Your marriage announcement was quite the surprise."
"Thank you," Karmen replied with a smile.
"Come, have a seat," Denzel said. Karmen walked into the living room and settled onto the couch. He had barely leaned back when his posture shifted; his senses sharpened as he picked up the distinct aura of an Alpha. specifically a female, within the house.
A moment later, the door to the guest room opened. Juniper stepped out, having just finished a long, hot shower. Her expression was relaxed until she spotted the visitor, causing her to stop dead in her tracks.
"June?" Karmen exclaimed, rising halfway from the sofa.
Juniper offered a stiff nod of acknowledgement, and Karmen returned it with a look of confusion.
