Meredith's breath caught in her throat. The words cut deep—not just because they were about her, but because they struck at Damien's heart.
She could see the conflict on his handsome face—the weight of expectations pressing down on him, the love he felt for her, and the duty he carried for the Moonlit Pack.
Damien's voice was barely more than a growl as he said, “Meredith is the Moon Goddess’ choice. And I will stand by her..."
Conrad shook his head, disappointment etched in every line of his face. “Then you'll be standing alone when the pack turns on you.”
For a moment, silence fell over the room. It was so thick and suffocating that it was hard to breathe. Meredith felt her heart tighten in her chest.
She couldn't stay hidden anymore. She had to speak up. She had to s
