Chapter 48

Cole. “I understand that you’re stuck in a dilemma because Marianne is your mate but I hope you also realize that when her parents find our Pack, they won’t be reasonable to have a conversation with us. They will burn this Pack to the ground. The time has come for you to choose, Cole. Your Pack or Marianne?” I combed through my hair frantically and a sigh followed suit. My mind took a tour down the memories of last night with Marianne. It was one of my life's most beautiful nights, etched deeply in my heart till I drew my last breath. Then again, I thought about my mother, how she would feel, how the Pack would react once they found out the truth I’ve been trying so hard to keep hidden. I’m supposed to be the next Alpha, a role model my people look up to but here I was, falling for the enemy. Is this what I really wanted? Or all these feelings I’ve been nurturing for Marianne were simply under the influence of her mark and the mate bond? I heaved another sigh and the words inadverte