My legs quivered and my knees seemed to go weak at that point in time. "You are a weak wolf and blind, you have no worth right now!" His voice echoed as the blaring music in the hall seized instantly. My heart sank at his words, the pain of rejection washing over me once again. It was as if the world around us had fallen silent, leaving only his harsh words echoing in my ears. "But... I... I thought finding a mate was supposed to be a joyful event," I whispered, my voice trembling with a mix of hurt and confusion. He scoffed, a bitter laugh escaping his lips. "Joyful? Not for me. I am an Alpha, and I cannot afford to have a mate who will weaken my pack. Your blindness makes you a liability, not an asset." "I'm never a liability!" My voice came out trembling because I could hear little whispers from the crowd. "Then prove that to me!"