　　"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

　　As the light changed to green,she decided she'd have to tell Kane about her suspicions.If Ryne was sneaking around town in this car,then they could lie in wait and capture him when he came for the vehicle next time he felt the need of a ride.And


　　Marla?Well,she'd broach that subject carefully.Kane still had a blind spot when it came to the woman.


　　Elise made it to work with a few minutes to spare.It was another busy day,so there wasn't much down time,but she did notice Mr.Mancini staring speculatively at her.She smiled at him and he nodded in acknowledgment,but there was no return smile.Surely,he wasn't still upset about Bryan?When she'd been hired there'd been nothing said about not meeting friends on the premises and it had been after her official work hours.Nibbling her lip,she decided to let it pass for today.If he still seemed upset with her tomorrow,she'd ask him what the problem was.


CHAPTER 48