Mira
This time, it was my turn to stare at Valen for a thick moment of silence.
He wanted me for his wolf? This wasn’t making sense. I knew that second chance mates were not as profound of a connection as first fated mates, but still, the mating bond should’ve been irresistible.
Relief and disbelief warred inside of me. Moreover, what would it take to “appease” his wolf? And how long would I be stuck here until that happened?
He lies, Ash hissed in my head. Of course he wants you. We’re his mate, his wolf can’t be the only one affected by the bond.
I ignored her, looking my mate up and down with fresh eyes. I’d been so worried to admit to him that I was in love with another male and didn’t want to accept the bond. Part of me had been convinced that he may kill me for denying him, but
