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Ella."Stay here. Lock the door. Don't leave this room."Kyle was pulling on clothes, moving with practiced efficiency."Kyle, wait.""I have to go, Ella. The pack needs me."Terror flooded through me. "Be careful."He kissed me hard and fast. "I will."Then he was gone, the door slamming behind him.I sat frozen for approximately three seconds before running to the window. The pack house had erupted into controlled chaos. Wolves streamed out into the night, some shifting mid-run. Their bodies blurred and transformed in fluid motions I'd seen dozens of times but never in preparation for actual battle.Through the bond, I felt Kyle's battle rage ignite. It was terrifying and primal, nothing like the gentle warmth I usually felt from him.He was a warrior. An Alpha Heir. And he was fighting for his pack.I pressed my hand against the window, watching shapes disappear into the darkness. The bond pulsed with violence and determination. My breath fogged the glass as I strained to see anyth

Kyle.She wore traditional pack clothing that had been specially made for her. Soft leather dyed deep brown, fitted perfectly to her body. Silver thread created patterns across the bodice, ancient symbols of strength and partnership. Her hair was braided with moonflowers, the white petals stark against her dark hair.She was the most beautiful thing I'd ever seen.Ella walked toward me with her head high. Confident. Strong. Every inch the Luna she was about to become. Our eyes locked. The bond blazed between us.The pack fell silent as she approached. I heard someone whisper in awe. Another wolf shifted restlessly, responding to the power radiating from her.She took her place across from me in the circle. Elder Katrina raised her hands."We gather today to witness the bonding of Alpha and Luna," she began. Her voice carried across the clearing. "Kyle Torres, Alpha Heir of Crescent Moon Pack, and Ella Morrison, his chosen mate, will speak the ancient vows of partnership, loyalty, and

Ella.Kyle stood and crossed to where I sat. His hands found my hips, pulling me up to face him."I just hate that he's the one helping you," Kyle admitted quietly. "I should be the one you turn to.""You are. You're my mate, Kyle. My Alpha. But you're also overwhelmed with duties because Marcus is still recovering. Jason has time and experience that you don't right now."Kyle pulled me closer, his forehead resting against mine. "I know. I just... I don't like sharing you.""You're not sharing me. The secondary bond isn't like that.""Isn't it?"Before I could answer, Kyle kissed me. Deep and claiming. His hands roamed my body with familiar intensity, and I felt his need through our primary bond. The overwhelming urge to reaffirm what was his.We moved to the bed. Kyle undressed me slowly, kissing every inch of exposed skin. His wolf was close to the surface, possessive and demanding."Mine," he murmured against my throat."Yours," I gasped.He made love to me with desperate intensity

Jason.Heat flooded through me like lightning. Every nerve ending fired at once. The secondary bond roared to life with an intensity I'd never experienced. It was pleasure and pain and need all tangled together, overwhelming every sense.My wolf howled with triumph.We both froze.Ella's eyes went wide. She stepped back quickly, nearly stumbling. "Jason...""I'm sorry." The words came out rough. My entire body was still vibrating from the bond's reaction. "I didn't mean to.""I know." She was shaking. Her hand came up to touch the corner of her mouth. "I turned my head. I didn't realize."But there was something in her voice. A tremor that suggested maybe she had realized. Maybe she'd wanted it, just for a second.The bond screamed at me to close the distance again. To finish what we'd accidentally started.I forced myself to stay still."I need to go," Ella said, already backing toward her car. Her face was flushed, her breathing unsteady."Wait. Let's talk about this.""There's noth

Ella.The secret I was keeping sat heavy in my chest. I should tell him now. Should explain what had happened in the parking lot, how it was an accident, how nothing actually happened.But the words wouldn't come. Fear kept my mouth shut. Fear of his reaction, of the hurt that would flash across his face, of losing the trust I could already feel slipping away.Kyle pulled me back down against his chest, his arms wrapping around me. "I love you," he murmured. "More than anything. I just need you to remember that. No matter what the secondary bond demands, you're mine first.""I know." My voice came out barely above a whisper. "I love you too."We stayed like that for a long time, wrapped in each other while doubt festered between us and secrets I couldn't speak poisoned the air.Days passed. Then a week. The secret sat between us like a weight I couldn't shake, growing heavier with each passing hour.The secondary bond changed after that moment in the parking lot. It felt warmer now,