After five years of repeatedly being maltreated by her chosen mate, Claire finally met her fated mate. But he wasn't just another person. he was Alexis, the fearsome Alpha King. Armed by her experience with Mark, Claire no longer wants anything to do with mates. But the Alpha King is not willing to let go of his only chance at love. Warning: This story contains heavy angst, a toxic ex who gets everything coming to him, a fiercely protective Alpha King, and a plus-size heroine learning how to wear a crown.