The guest house sat at the edge of the main compound, far enough from the central hall to offer privacy but close enough that I felt watched. Kael had insisted on carrying my single bag himself, despite Luna's protests that he had Alpha duties to attend to."This is temporary," he said, pushing open the door to reveal a space bigger than anywhere I had lived in years. A real bed, a kitchen, windows that actually closed. "Until we figure out more permanent arrangements.""Permanent?" The word stuck in my throat. Nothing about this could be permanent."You are my mate, Ren." He set my bag down gently, then turned to face me. "That means forever, in case you were unclear on the concept."Forever. As if I had that luxury. As if Marcus would not uncover the truth and demand my execution within days."Your father hates me," I said, moving to the window to avoid his gaze. Outside, wolves moved through the compound, all of them radiating the casual confidence of people who belonged somewhere.
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