　　"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

　　Elise skipped down the stairs the next morning.It was a beautiful day,even if the sky was grey and overcast.Last night had been incredible and its afterglow was transferring to her whole day.Kane had made love to her not just had sex.It had been slow and sweet,everything she had ever imagined.He'd worshipped every inch of her,gently stroking and caressing,all the while whispering tender words that had made her heart melt.While he hadn't initiated a blood-bond,she was sure he was close.His teeth had grazed her neck several times and he'd seemed on the verge of saying something,only to draw back.At one point,she'd considered mentioning it,but then he'd used his wickedly talented fingers to distract her.


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