　　"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

　　"Kane!"She ceased her struggles against Ryne and stared at her mate.He snarled and lowered his head,lips drawn back to reveal an impressive set of teeth.Slowly he stalked towards them,the fur on his back rising.With surprise,she realized that the door to his mind had been opened to her and she had some idea of what he was thinking and feeling.It was still hard to interpret,but she knew he was incredibly angry.She hastened to offer reassurance,trying to project her thoughts while speaking."I'm all right.Ryne was carrying me because of my leg.He accidentally squeezed it but didn't mean me any harm."


　　Her efforts had some effect,since Kane stopped in his tracks,but he still didn't back down.


　　Ryne kept his eyes locked on Kane and a low rumble emitted from his chest.She felt his muscles tensing around her and her head snapped to look at the man holding her.What was he doing?


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