Talia's POV
“You don’t have to if you're not ready, Talia,” Luna says, loud enough for everyone to hear. A few people nod in agreement.
“No, it’s okay.” I exhale slowly, getting hold of myself.
I look around the table, meeting their eyes one after another, searching to see anyone wearing a judging expression. But instead, I see patience, pity, and understanding. They’re not waiting to judge me. They’re waiting to hear me. To know me. Just like everyone else has been heard. Alpha Axton… Goddess bless him for bringing these people together.
“I have always been an object of ridicule in my pack because I am wolfless and overweight,” I say, forcing the words out before my courage slips away. “I was always the outcast. The one who didn’t belong. I tried to fit in, but no matter what I did, i
