Mated to My Father's Best Friend
My heart hammered against my ribs, but I sent a silent thanks to the moon that I'd latched the door.
"I'm preparing for the mating ceremony now!" I shouted back, forcing my voice steady.
I could still hear him muttering dark curses under his breath, but soon enough, his heavy footsteps retreated. I didn't dare waste another second.
"Quickly," I whispered urgently to Grace, "we're out of time." The moment she slipped out, my eyes finally fell upon my mother.
She looked so peaceful, and it tugged at my heart. I bit my lower lip to suppress the sobs that racked me. My mother deserved so much more than what I could give her. She deserved more than what this pack gave her.