Stephen Buther's POV:
Time to confront reality.Cara was correct.
I'd been misleading myself by ignoring Daina's sentiments.
After almost losing her lately, it was difficult for me to pretend I didn't care.
This time, when I observed her being openly by numerous she-wolves in the corridor, I couldn't resist but jump in.
Daina shouldn't suffer.She deserved more.
I knew she'd been injured before and couldn't allow it happen again.
As her mate, I'll defend her.
Accepting a mate might impact my long-term objectives, but I couldn't help falling for Daina.
I stopped suppressing my emotions.I want her immediately.
She's my true love.I'd protect her life.
I walked Daina out of the masquerade party and into the garden, where I turned to her.
"Daina,."I peered into her eyes and grasped he
