Chapter 10 Sophie's Point Of View His attention is on his food or the sporadic talk about pack matters. He has not even looked at me this evening. Even though I was aware that this marriage would not be warm, it still hurts to be alone in a crowded room. I had no idea how my marriage would develop. I try to ignore the conversation by pushing my food around my plate, but an elder across the table interrupts me. With a deep voice, Elder Rowan says, “Sophie, dear.” “I have been meaning to inquire: how is our pack going for you so far? Any grievances?” He laughed. The table becomes a little quieter as everyone looks at me. “How dare she complain? The pack is perfect.” Celeste grinned. I look away from her and at Xavier, but he does not even raise his head. I salivated and tried to

