Raven's POV I shifted into my wolf form, and ran around the clearing, trying to get my mind off the several thoughts gnawing down at me. I was the Alpha's mate, yet I had been rejected, humiliated, and reduced to his plaything. I was the Beta's daughter and yet I have been disowned and reduced to nothing—an Omega. The mere word leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. And yet, despite everything, I was still here, still standing, still fighting. The cool morning air brushed against my fur as I moved, my muscles stretching effortlessly. I figured out, it would be a good thrill to let Hati, my wolf, have a run every morning before facing the chaos of the day and it did work, because she welcomed the rush, and the briefest moment of freedom. It was truly exhilarating. Then, suddenly a swift m

