Damon's POV
Marcus looked between me, Noah, and Ryder. "If Aria Grayson were to form a mate bond with a recognized Alpha, the Council's position could change."
That was not news. Every one of us already knew it was the condition the Council had given Aria. I thought he wanted to say something else.
The elder continued. "A fated mate bond would provide her with a stabilizing connection. The strength of the bond would also place her power within a recognized hierarchical structure."
His gaze moved between us. "I suggest she mate with one of the three most powerful Alphas."
My fingers dug into the arms of my chair. "You're suggesting she mate with one of us."
He nodded. "That is correct. We want her to mate with you, Alpha Damon, or Alpha Noah, or Alpha Ryder. Then, maybe we can reconsi
