I understood the logic behind their reasoning. Alex was overwhelmed by his grief and anguish. As the alpha and a father, he needed a mate. Alyssa was already a friend. She had been turned down by her destined mate and was expecting Alex's child, so it seemed logical to bond them together. They had a base upon which to develop their relationship. Their parents likely wished for them to find healing in one another.

"You were expecting a child when Ciara was taken, what became of the ...