Never Again in My Life
Then, in a voice both gentle and steady, he said:
"I'm truly sorry for everything you've been through... but from now on, I swear—I won't let you suffer another day.
I love you, Fiona.
Please, be my mate.
Let me mark you under the blessing of the Moon Goddess.
I'll protect you. Cherish you.
And I swear—never again will your tears fall because of pain."
Tears welled up in my eyes.
I reached out my trembling hands and placed them into his.
"I will."
The crowd of werewolves erupted in applause as the sky above us darkened, the stars shimmering brighter.
Leaning against Leo's shoulder, I felt peace—pure and deep—for the first time in what felt like forever.
But just as the moment settled, a fami