Elara's POV
Congratulations kept pouring in like a never-ending storm. I stood beside Thorne with a perfect smile plastered on my face, nodding and thanking people I didn’t know. My cheeks hurt from forcing it, but I kept the mask on tight. No one could see the rage boiling underneath.
Thorne hadn’t left my side once since we said our vows. He stood close—too damn close—his big body like a shadow that followed my every move. It felt like he was waiting for me to run. Like he expected it. His silver eyes flicked to me every few seconds, cold and watchful. The heat from his arm brushing mine sent unwanted sparks across my skin.
“Never thought I’d see the great Alpha Thorne actually get married,” one Alpha said with a loud laugh, clapping Thorne on the shoulder.
Thorne just gave a small n
