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Kael Anderson lost his future mate and luna, Stephanie, during a rogue attack. Stephanie's death left his entire pack in mourning; her death anniversary was even declared a pack holiday.

Five years later, Kael discovers that Stephanie's younger sister Astrid is his mate. But how can that be? Wasn't Stephanie supposed to be his mate? And would his pack even accept Astrid as his mate and Luna-many have always blamed Astrid for Stephanie's death, because Stephanie died trying to save Astrid.

For her part, Astrid has lived in the shadow of her beautiful older sister for years. She knows very well that pack members and her parents wish that it was Astrid that died that day instead of Stephanie. Astrid had looked forward to the day that she would meet her mate and finally feel important to someone.

Discovering that her mate is Kael is Astrid's worst nightmare, especially when Kael reacts poorly to the discovery. Astrid decides that she is unwilling to live in Stephanie's shadow any longer. She will not spend the rest of her life with a mate who wishes she was someone else. She rejects Kael, who all too quickly accepts the rejection.

Soon afterwards, horrifying truths come out and Kael immediately regrets letting Astrid go. He sets out to get Astrid back and right the wrongs that have been done. But is it too late? Will Astrid find love with Kael, or with someone else?

A Deal with the Alpha Who Hates Me

Have you ever taken a female out on a date with her older brother or father as a supervisor? No?

Well, neither have I — but I'm pretty sure this breakfast is a close equivalent.

Of course, I'm not in a position to complain. At least Astrid is here, and I have a chance to talk to her.

Given our past, and all that I've done, I know that any conversation with Astrid is better than no conversation.

The three of us sit back down at the table. As Brady and Astrid look at their menus, I watch Astrid.

"You mean stare at Astrid," Luke corrects me.

Fine, whatever. As Brady and Astrid look at their menus, I stare at Astrid.

She glances up at me. "Why are you staring at me?"

"You are beautiful," I reply honestly.

Brady lets out a low growl. Astrid gives him a look, and he stops.

"I'm sorry that I never noticed it before, Astrid. You are breathtaking."

CHAPTER 59