That evening when I was cleaning the dining table, I couldn't help but smile silly. Adolphus had taken me home after the ride through the forest, and before scurrying off, Eric had made a commitment to come visit me the next day. I had returned home satisfied and worn out. having zero concern about anything.

However, Lady Freya was having none of it and demanded to know all that had transpired between the Alpha's mother and me. I explained what had happened to her, including the bullying and the fact that she didn't think I was a suitable match for Luna, but I took out the bit about me not...