He was born to lead. She was fated to be his. He never wanted her until she was gone.

In a world ruled by ancient laws and untamed power, the Alphason was destined to inherit the title of Highclaw-strong, fearless, and bound by prophecy to a girl he never chose. She was a mystery, a waif from a distant tribe, eyes too strange, magic too wild. A gift, they said. A blessing. But to him, she was nothing.

For years, she endured his distance. For months, she hoped he had changed. On the final night, she chose freedom. And she bled for...

He was born to lead. She was fated to be his. He never wanted her until she was gone.

In a world ruled by ancient laws and untamed power, the Alphason was destined to inherit the title of Highclaw-strong, fearless, and bound by prophecy to a girl he never chose. She was a mystery, a waif from a distant tribe, eyes too strange, magic too wild. A gift, they said. A blessing. But to him, she was nothing.

For years, she endured his distance. For months, she hoped he had changed. On the final night, she chose freedom. And she bled for it.

Now, she has vanished, leaving behind only whispers and shadows. But something has changed in the Alphason-his wolf stirs, restless, hungry. The bond he once rejected now burns through his veins, an ache he cannot outrun. She is gone, but she is his.

And he will hunt her to the ends of the earth to bring her home.

Even if he has to beg for forgiveness.

Even if he has to break the world apart to find her.

Because some bonds are never meant to be severed.