Lucien's POV
I burst into my father's study at dawn.
He looked up from his desk. Annoyed.
"Lucien. It's your wedding day. You should be getting ready."
"I'm not going through with it."
He set down his pen. "Excuse me?"
"I'm not marrying Vivia." I moved closer. "I can't."
"Can't or won't?"
"Both."
He stood. Tall. Imposing. Every inch the Alpha.
"We've discussed this. The alliance with Silvershade Pack is crucial."
"I don't care about the alliance."
"Well, you should." His voice hardened. "This pack needs stability. Vivia brings that."
"She's manipulative. Cruel. She's been-"
"She's the Alpha's daughter. She has status. Connections."
"She's a monster."
"Watch your tone." He slammed his hand on the desk. "You agreed to this engagement."
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