The Alpha's Mark
“I’ll protect you from your father and Rowan, keep you safe within my pack. But in return, I have a special request.”
“Sure, anything!” I replied in desperation.
Then he said quietly, “You and I will forge a fake mating bond.”
I stared at him, stunned. “A fake mating bond? Why would you want that? How is that possible?”
“Leverage,” he said simply. “A fake bond with you would give the impression that I’ve claimed you, making it impossible for your father or Rowan to demand you back without declaring outright war. And it would strengthen my pack’s standing in the region. In case he fights with me to take you away, well, I will have a huge advantage.”