A Werewolf's True Mate
"You should change before the moonrise portion of our ceremony."
His amber eyes, flecked with gold that seemed to glow in the forest light, assessed my appearance. "The silver-backed ceremonial dress you tried yesterday would complement your eyes perfectly."
Leaning closer, his lips nearly brushing my ear, he whispered, "Stand tall, little wolf. I'm here now."
I felt myself gradually relaxing, the tension draining from my shoulders as my wolf recognized something in this alpha that inspired both comfort and respect.
Axel stood frozen, his expression cycling through disbelief, anger, and finally calculated mockery.