Fuck Jax, and fuck Riley. I have my Luna and chosen mate, and soon I'll have strong Alpha children. I didn't need either of them anymore. My eyes fell shut and I let the relief of both my bond lessening to Jax, while my new bond strengthened with Lindsey took over.

I needed this, both for myself and my pack. I won't be weak or incompetent. I won't fail anymore. I'm their Alpha and my life won't be of torture anymore.

Jax POV

We arrived at the cottage just as dusk approached ...