Zara
"Alpha Kane knows Marcus gave you his mark reluctantly." Dad nodded. "He knows it wasn't your fault."
He was wrong; it was my fault. I could fight him or try to resist. Some small part of me still desired Marcus, drawn to his appearance and the aura of danger.
My nineteenth birthday was more important than ever. Finding my mate was vital, and I desperately hoped the past wouldn't repeat itself.
I took a few calming breaths, trying to calm the torment in my head. To establish a mental bond with someone, you need to clear your mind and think about them. Any additional thoughts could attract others in the pack to the bond.
Alpha Kane's face flooded my mind. His husky scent combined with his unruly chocolate hair. His honey eyes burned brightly in my consciousness. I felt this bond forming and strengthening, as if it were tangible. All that remained was to speak.
