That afternoon, my mom received an unexpected call from Abelard’s college. They said Abelard had gotten into a serious fight with a classmate, leaving the other student severely injured. Abelard was facing expulsion and possibly even jail time.

"Why? He only has six months left before graduation. How could he get into a fight with a classmate for no reason?" my mom asked, stunned as she held the phone.

The school's explanation was polite but vague. “It’s due to some personal issues.”

In reality, Abelard’s mate had abandoned him for someone else. In disbelief, Abelard confronted him, only to be told by the other wolf, who was holding his new...