　　"Mated?To me?"She knew her mouth was hanging open in shock.Darting a glance across the room,she saw Kane staring at her blandly,his hands behind his back.If her expression offended him,he didn't show it.She looked at her father,blinking to hold back the tears that threatened to fall."But...What about Bryan?"
　　"I'm aware you've had your eye on him,but this is for the good of the pack.We need strong alliances so that we can guard against the human threat.And,allied packs allow access between territories and increase the area in which we have to roam."He stopped speaking and placed a comforting hand on her shoulder."I know this is a surprise,but don't worry.Kane is a good man.He'll make you a fine mate."
　　Elise had no idea when she came home that day that she'd end up mated to a complete stranger.A new Alpha and the need for an alliance between packs have made her a pawn Excerpt:She lay beside him,staring blankly at the ceiling.The deed was done.They were mated.It didn't matter that she had no love for him nor he for her.Political alliances were more important than feelings...

Mated To The Lycan King

　　The bedroom door swung open and Kane walked in.She was still standing in front of the mirror,adjusting her clothes.He swept his eyes over her and an approving smile appeared on his face."I see you're ready for the meeting."


　　She nodded nervously."Do I look all right?Not too casual or too dressy?"


　　Kane pulled her into his arms and gave her a comforting hug,then kissed the tip of her nose."You look perfect,but then again,you did before as far as I was concerned.I thought you might be nervous and wouldn't want to walk into the room by yourself,so I came to get you."


　　"Thanks.I wasn't looking forward to that.It's nerve wracking to think that I'm the Alpha's mate.Everyone will be expecting me to be like Helen."


CHAPTER 26