*Mate.* 

Roa growled the word, forcing Ace to spin around. He came face to face with Amora. *Mate!* 

Roa roared it even louder this time, clawing desperately at the surface, trying to seize control of Ace’s body. Ace fought back with everything he had. 

*She’s our mate!!!* Roa snarled. 

The thunderous growls echoed through the hall, drawing everyone’s attention. Carla, Luna Cleo, and several guards came rushing toward them. 

“Alpha!” Everyone bowed deeply. 

“Son,” Cleo called out, her eyes darting between Ace and the trembling girl beside him. “Are you alright?” 

“I’m fine, mother,” Ace replied, his voice cold and steady. “Everyone, leave.” 

His Alpha command rang out, heavy with...