My stomach twisted. At first, I thought she was his wife—until she said she’s been trying to win his heart and won’t let anyone else have him. Lifting my chin, though I couldn’t see her face, I rasped, “I’m not after him. I. Have. A. Mate. I only want my life back.” She grunted, clearly unimpressed, and gripped my elbow too tightly. “Your room,” she said, her voice like chipped glass. Before I could thank her, she slammed the door behind me, leaving only echoing silence and the roar of the fire. With each day, I learned. I grew. And Kyo… taught me how to shift. I can now fully shift and control myself. I know everywhere in the mansion. I can move around on my own and even cook some meals. Today marks two months since I came to the Ironclaw Dominion Pack. And I woke up feeling hot

