“Humans are burdened by too many emotions,” Niko huffed. I couldn’t help but chuckle at that; he was spot on. If we were simply wolves, none of this drama would exist. If our instincts were in the driver's seat, I would be with my mate right now, instead of sitting here alone and regretting letting her ex into the pack.
That dinner I had planned was supposed to be perfect—set up in the garden beside the packhouse, the only one we have, because I know how much she loves it. I had envisioned a table twinkling with fairy lights all around, creating a romantic atmosphere, just the two of us. I planned to lay bare my feelings for her, to express just how much I needed her and assure her that I wouldn’t reject her.
I should have picked up on the red flags when she asked me the other night if I
