Ragal POV

Mate??

I gasped, pain smearing all over my body as my bones cracked painfully, forcing Leo into control.

I couldn’t believe Leo was betraying our bond because of some girl. Before I could say anything further, Leo sprinted into the dark street, leaving the comfort of the car. I hated being the lesser one in control as he nudged me toward a flickering streetlight at the corner of the road.

I never desired love—neither did I want a mate—but Leo had a mind of his own, and like ...