Julia searched Ryker's face, looking for even the slightest hint of hesitation. She had heard beautiful words before. Promises. Forever. Acceptance. Love.
Jason had once promised her many things too. She had believed every one of them. Until he stood before the entire pack and chose another woman.
Her heart wanted to believe Ryker. Her mind... Still carried the scars of betrayal. She lowered her eyes.
"But..."
Her voice was barely above a whisper.
"Won't you need a strong Luna?"
Ryker frowned.
"What do you mean?"
Julia looked down at her hands.
"You are the strongest Alpha. The Alpha of Bloodmoon. The strongest pack among all werewolves."
She smiled bitterly.
"You deserve someone worthy of standing beside you."
Ryker's expression softened immediately.
"I..."
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