Yorick
I knew my mate was in an alliance bond. But knowing it and hearing her speaking to the man who thinks he's going to take my mate from me, hearing him say that she is his to care for, his betrothed, his future mate – it was more than Thad or I could handle.
Thank the goddess Zach is a strong Alpha with a strong wolf. He kept pace with Thad for hours until I finally felt in control enough to shift. When I did, I collapsed on the ground, sitting with my head in my hands.
“Want to talk about it?” he asks, sitting beside me.
“He called. The asshole who thinks he’s going to take my mate from me called her, asking why she hadn’t called to say that she was safe. He was worried about her and she’s his to protect.” I snarl the last part. “She’s MINE!”
“Of course she is. We just have to f
