"He is just a living creature as you are, sir!". I knew I was treading in dangerous paths, but this was my father. And I knew he loved me, even though he had to respect or laws. I took a deep breath and bowed my head in respect. "You know what he is to me, father. He was my mate, and he would still be if events hadn't taken a turn for the worse. I shall claim him as mine as soon as he feels better.<br/><br/>I took a step back. I respect my father immensely, and loved him, but I couldn't let him hurt<span style="font-weight: bold">my</span>Jacen. The one man I had ever loved. The man I owed my body and my love to. "Please, father", I pleaded. "Do not harm him. If you harm him, you harm me. I have not done anything out of my duties, father. We haven't mated since he came back. I respect our traditions, and he shall not touch me until I have claimed him".<br/><br/>I tried to control my fear and touched my alpha's hand. "Please, father. I have been a good and obedient daughter. And I will continue to be, but please, do not come into my house and harm those under my protection. I do not wish to have to defend my territory with fangs and claws. Not against you, father."