(Duncan)
I knew he would say that. I also understood their belief that second chances were a myth. They would only believe that Carissa was the mate the Moon Goddess had chosen for me after the marking ritual.
"Is that so? If Carissa Moss isn't the best choice, who do you think would be a suitable queen for the Moon Night Kingdom?" I asked.
"You are a king. The woman who should be your companion is a royal Lycan. It would be even better if she were your true mate, like Queen Davina," Luke replied.
I didn't need to look into his eyes to know he was lying. His heartbeat was slightly faster, and his breathing was irregular. Even though he was a trained royal guard, he couldn't lie to his king.
"Carissa is the mate the Moon Goddess has chosen for me. Is she not worthy of accompanying me b
