clenched my hands together, unable to think straight. I knew I had just signed my death sentence, but I was too furious to care about the mistake I had just made, accepting to be both Astride’s mate and the pack Luna.

The Elders smiled, turning to the guest. "Welcome, Luna Penelope of the Southern Moon Pack." A loud applause echoed around the hall.

I glanced back at Racheal, watching her fade back as she stormed out of the hall. As soon as the Elders were done, Astride stormed out as well, leaving me rooted in the middle of the crowd.

I hid my shame and pain quickly. I should at...