The moon hung low in the night sky, casting a silvery glow over the courtyard where Aiden stood. My heart raced as I approached him, the anticipation of revealing my engagement intertwining with a fragile hope that he still cared. Aiden turned toward me, his eyes reflecting the ambient moonlight.
"Aiden, we need to talk," I said, my voice revealing a vulnerability I couldn't conceal. His gaze met mine, an unreadable expression lingering in his eyes.
"Sure, Anastasia. What's on your mind?" Aiden responded, his tone neutral. I took a deep breath, summoning the courage to share the news that had been gnawing at me.
"I've been told I'm to be engaged to an Alpha," I confessed, desperately searching his expression for any sign of protest or concern. Aiden's response, however, was not what I h
