Presenting oneself as the superior choice, querida, requires no pronouncement.

[ His stomach tightens at her touch, molten desire settling at his core. ]

You declared your preference in front of the pack for me tonight. [ Barring Bran's distractions, he did not preen in front of the pups because it was unbecoming. ] When I countered your offer to visit your cabin for breakfast with here and now as an alternative, you accepted.

[ He lets one hand massage the tender spot at her nape, enjoying the sound of the purr in her throat. ]