Stephen Buther's POV:

Time to confront reality.Cara was correct.

I'd been misleading myself by ignoring Daina's sentiments.

After almost losing her lately, it was difficult for me to pretend I didn't care.

This time, when I observed her being openly by numerous she-wolves in the corridor, I couldn't resist but jump in.

Daina shouldn't suffer.She deserved more.

I knew she'd been injured before and couldn't allow it happen again.

As her mate, I'll defend her.

Accepting a mate might impact my long-term objectives, but I couldn't help falling for Daina.

I stopped suppressing my emotions.I want her immediately.

She's my true love.I'd protect her life.

I walked Daina out of...