Sun Keeper
Right before my mating ceremony, I drank the glass of milk my mother had brought me.
It didn’t take long for my consciousness to slip away.
When I opened my eyes, I found myself locked inside a basement, a silver lock barring the door.
Shifting, I threw myself against the door desperately, even when my flesh was torn and bloody.
At last, I broke free.
I dragged my broken body to the ceremony, only to find my adopted sister, Maeve, standing on the altar in a gown far more extravagant than mine.
My mate—the one who had my heart—placed the Luna crown that was meant for me on Maeve’s head.
Maeve sank into my mate’s embrace, her frame fragile.
“Ulric, I feel like I’m dreaming. I’m so happy. My sister’s going to kill me if she finds out.”
Ulric brushed his fingers against her cheek and assured her, “Relax. She’s fast asleep. The ceremony’d be over by the time she wakes up. Besides, she already has my love. All you’re asking for is a ceremony. I’m sure she’ll understand.”
My parents stood nearby, their faces wistful.
“Look at them. They are perfect for each other. If only Isobel weren’t around.”
“Maeve is the true Luna. Isobel doesn’t deserve Ulric.”
I stood at the door, my feet pinned to the ground and my tears rolling down my cheeks.
As it turned out, there had never been an accident. It was all a setup.
Not a single wolf in this world had ever loved me.
In that case, I would give them what they wanted. This fake family and unfaithful mate were out of my life for all I cared!