(Kieran)
I told myself I was only watching her because I had to.
Because she was a Thorn.
Because Darius and Zayden would both burn Crescent Moon to the ground to get to her.
Because if she died on my land, my pack would be next.
That was the reason. That was all it was.
All lies.
I noticed it first when she dropped the shield in the circle yesterday. She was shaking, sweat on her forehead. And instead of stepping back like an Alpha should, I stepped closer. Not to give orders but to catch her if she fell.
She didn't fall, but I wanted to.
That is when I knew I was in trouble.
I haven't wanted anyone in six years.
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Her name was Mara.
She was my mate. Chosen and fated.
We picked each other when we were eighteen and stupid an
