Kael Anderson lost his future mate and luna, Stephanie, during a rogue attack. Stephanie's death left his entire pack in mourning; her death anniversary was even declared a pack holiday.

Five years later, Kael discovers that Stephanie's younger sister Astrid is his mate. But how can that be? Wasn't Stephanie supposed to be his mate? And would his pack even accept Astrid as his mate and Luna-many have always blamed Astrid for Stephanie's death, because Stephanie died trying to save Astrid.

For her part, Astrid has lived in the shadow of her beautiful older sister for years. She knows very well that pack members and her parents wish that it was Astrid that died that day instead of Stephanie. Astrid had looked forward to the day that she would meet her mate and finally feel important to someone.

Discovering that her mate is Kael is Astrid's worst nightmare, especially when Kael reacts poorly to the discovery. Astrid decides that she is unwilling to live in Stephanie's shadow any longer. She will not spend the rest of her life with a mate who wishes she was someone else. She rejects Kael, who all too quickly accepts the rejection.

Soon afterwards, horrifying truths come out and Kael immediately regrets letting Astrid go. He sets out to get Astrid back and right the wrongs that have been done. But is it too late? Will Astrid find love with Kael, or with someone else?

Just then, Kael comes walking back up. He looks upset to see me hugging Brady, but to his credit, he does not say anything.


"I was promised two hours. It has been 45 minutes."


"I suggest that Astrid make up the time by having dinner with me tonight."


"Kael, I already told you that Brady and I have plans."


Kael looks directly at Brady. "Yes, but I am sure that Alpha Brady would agree that, if he has to bail on your plans for tonight, he would rather you be with me than be alone."


Brady scoffs. "Hardly. But it doesn't matter. I have no intention of bailing on Astrid. Unlike you, I saw her value from the moment I met her."


"If you are so sure you won't bail on her, then there is no harm in agreeing with me, is there?"


Chapter 63 - CHAPTER 63