Ronan's POV

I stood in the training area with the sounds of swords clashing and people working hard all around me. As the Beta of the Bloodhound Pack, my job of training our new members was important, especially with the rogue king still a threat. But I couldn’t stop thinking about one recruit—Dale.

Dressed as a man, she moved with a strength and style that caught everyone’s attention. Something was fascinating about her—something deeper than just talent.

Even before I found out the truth, I could not ignore how beautiful her gentle face was. When she finally told me—Dale was a girl, my mate—I felt like I had lost my...