Despicable Mate
He lowered his eyes and said, “You are not understanding. I made a deal with Ariana. I will abstain from taking part in this war. In return, she has promised to give our pack free reign.
I staggered slightly at his words. I grasped his hand and said, “You have always stood by me, Nivaan. You are my strength and confidence. I can’t do anything without your help. There… I said it… now stop joking and wear the ring…”
“I am sorry, Cuckoo…,” He said disentangling his hand, and walked away. I hadn’t even recovered from the shock when Valence came up to me and said in a guilty voice, “I am sorry, Kiara. I can’t fight against my mother…”