ORION POV

Tonight the full moon hangs heavy, and my heat is finally here. My parents called me over, just another chance to hear the same old sighs about the mate they keep pushing on me.

Ever since I refused the “foolish girl” Davina, they’ve turned their backs, eyes cold, shoulders turned, every look dripping with disappointment.

I’ve stopped caring. I don’t want any part of a bond with her. In fact, the more I think about it, the hotter my hatred burns, swelling with each ...