I could see the look of unease passing over Niko's face. It was an idea that came to my mind multiple times. Especially of late. But it had not been thought through properly. Yet it seemed like it could work. It would mean I was free of the pressure of my pack. The weight of being the only she-wolf of rank. The one they would marry off... I would mean I was alone, but I would never be forced to marry again. Well, so long as I was careful, at least...
"Rae, you know you can't do that." Niko's tone was cool. Sharp.
I looked at him in surprise. "You mean you wouldn't help me?"
I had always assumed he would be there for me. Helping if I asked him to. Yet, he closed his eyes momentarily, like he was considering what was being asked of him. "You know I couldn't. I am a warrior here. A seni
