I accidentally started a war with my mate... and he's supposed to be my enemy.

I'm not supposed to want Caelan.

He's the alpha every wolf would follow... and the one my crown was never meant to claim.

I take him anyway.

One reckless night, one bond I can't undo, and suddenly I'm queen and mated to the man they think should replace me.

He stands beside me when the court turns venomous.

He bleeds for me when his own wolves betray him.

He looks at me like I'm worth choosing... not a mistake.

I tell myself it's survival.

I tell myself I won't fall for him.

I realize I already have.

Now a rival queen rises, calling me a heretic and stealing my people.

His loyalty is tearing him apart.

And my power is becoming something wild... something dangerous.

If I lose control-

I won't just lose him.

I'll destroy everything he was born to protect.