Elodie’s POV The gathering had been exhausting.That was the first thought running through my mind as I stood near one of the large balconies overlooking Alpha Rowan's estate. The night air felt cool against my skin. Refreshing. Necessary. The ballroom had become unbearable. Too many wolves. Too many conversations. Too many curious eyes following my every movement. Since arriving, I had been introduced to more Alphas, nobles, and advisors than I could remember. Every single conversation felt the same. Questions hidden behind polite smiles. Curiosity disguised as courtesy. Everyone wanted to know who I was. Not Elodie. Not really. They wanted to know what I was, the king's mate. The forgotten mate. The female Damon kept hidden and then suddenly chose to display before the entire kingd

