I am Wystan Wolfheart, Alpha of the Silverwood Pack, born to lead and bred for war. My duty is carved into blood and bone—protect the territory, uphold the legacy, never falter. I have faced death, rival Alphas, and darker things that stalk the edges of our woods. But none of that prepared me for her. . My fated mate. I sent her away. I thought it was strength. It wasn’t. Now the bond is broken, and my soul is unraveling. I don’t expect forgiveness. But I will earn it—or fall trying.