Christopher's POV
I watched Jasmine walk out the door, and the knot in my chest pulled tighter. The moment the door clicked shut, Isabel's composure shattered.
"Why her?" Her voice cracked. "You don't love her. You've never loved her. Why do you have to marry someone else when I'm right here?"
I turned to find tears streaming down her face, her hands trembling at her sides. The sight gutted me. Isabel, who was always so composed, so confident, looked utterly broken.
"I don't have a choice." I said with with a frown. I moved toward her, reaching for her hands. "Money can't fix this. My position as an alpha can't fix this. My mother is dying, and Jasmine's gift is the only thing that can save her."
Isabel yanked her hands away. "So you're just going to marry her? Make her your mate? Sha
