"I met someone. Someone important to me. He is my mate, Kieran. It was..." I take a breath. "Surely, that has nothing to do with betraying the pack." I point out. “You have a mate and secret powers, Penelope…do you realise the situation you are in right now?” He asks and I laugh bitterly. “ I never asked any of this… I never wanted to come here as a political tribute. I should be with my mate, not here trying to figure out how to escape from Graham's clutches. I never failed anyone. If anything, my family and the moon goddess failed me.” I lament. If it wasn't for my uncle, I would still be in my pack, not having to worry about dealing with lady Yuna or forming alliances. “ After the Lunar eclipse, I'll tell you everything.” I declare. Kieran stares at my hand on his arm, then back a

