Azlynn’s P.O.V.

Bella’s straightforward refusal made me choke, putting a damper over my mood. I hadn’t expected such a reaction from my buddy as she said.

“Demrid isn’t paired with us, Ann. And now, we have a mate, it’s our obligation to stay loyal to him.

No, I won’t let you cheat on him.”

The morning coffee tasted bitterer than usual as my wolf lectured me about the wonders of mate-bond, screwing my brain. I couldn’t help but groan in frustration.

“But where is he, Bella? Howard is searching for him, and still, we haven’t found a single clue about that mysterious man.

Then how am I supposed to stay...