Shifted Fate by Alicia S.Rivers

Is a mistake from the Moon Goddess 201

hapter 201

We kissed for longer this time. Nix and Megan came to the edge of my mind. I know they were there to watch me, stop me from making a choice that would affect all of us. But they were letting me have this. I reluctantly pulled away from his face and the smile that lit his face made me want to kiss him again.

"I'm sorry." I completely let go of his face and I felt my face burn.

"You are perfect." He whispered, which made my face burn even more.

"Why does my father want you to accept a chosen mate?" turned the conversation back to what was important.

"He doesn't. He just wants me to pretend I have." Rowan leaned back, but grabbed my hand in his and threaded our fingers together. "The council has been pushing Nina at me because she is the niece of one member, but there are a few other candidates. He wants me to fight against the council and then maybe next year or so, when you are ready, to court these women."

"Why?" I felt the telltale burn at my gums. My fangs wanted to descend again, but I focused on his words.

teeth grind as his jaw clenched. "He said it

it. I would

and Nix lowered herself to the ground. I know you are upset, Amy, but be aware of your words. You just admitted

parts." He turned to stare into my face. "I don't want to do this either, but if this will help us figure it all out. If this can help us save more wolves. I'll do it." He was so sincere that I felt a worrying pit

down to it, I would allow Brandon to get close. "I won't sleep with him." My voice was barely above a whisper when I said it, but Rowan lunged to

fur rippled down his arms. “But that isn't what your father had in mind either, and I think you

his father. He will expect it." I leaned my hand

more reluctant than he is used to. Men, especially wolves, love the chase." He sank down next to me and grabbed for my hands again. I wish this wasn't something

telling me?" I felt his fingers tighten around

after all of this is over....with me? It will always

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I saw a little worry there, but mostly there was a deep sadness about it all. "You're sad." My words were a surprising thought I

this. I should have