Diara 

“Yes. You were my mate with alpha dire wolf lineage. A big win for the pack and my pup,” he said casually, and I felt a pain in my chest. Those were the only true reasons he wanted me, me being a dire alpha wolf and him a lycan alpha. Our offspring would be formidable and powerful.

I closed my eyes momentarily, forcing myself not to cry. But the truth hurt, and a tear escaped my eye. I quickly wiped it away.

Feeling tired and cold, I slowed my pace, making him wait for me. Suddenly, I felt myself being lifted. I gasped and looked up at Kennis as...