Lane's POV
"If it weren't for that, I really can't understand why you would do all this."
Ethan stared at me, something strange sparking in his eyes.
It was as if I said yes, he'd do something completely crazy.
Nyra rolled her eyes so hard in my mind.
"Get this dumb scumbag out of here!" she snapped, full of impatience. "My ears and nose are being tortured!"
"I agree," I replied briefly to Nyra, then turned back to Ethan.
"What's the point of asking this? Do you
think that if I said yes, you'd tear up the mate bond with Maris?
"Let's be clear. Maris is your mate now. You earned her with your battle achievements, as your Luna."
Seeing that Ethan was about to speak, I didn't pause and continued.
"Wake up, Ethan. I didn't come to Ember ridge for you.
"I came here for my dad, for m
