Completed: Escaping from her uncle, who had imprisoned her in a room for nearly two years after her parents' passing. He sought their fortune, subjecting her to torture to gain control of the property. With no other choice, she ventured into the forbidden, dark forest where humans were strictly prohibited from entering. Unbeknownst to her, her destiny was entwined with the forest's king. As her uncle relentlessly searched for her, she encountered an alpha, mateless and ready to claim her. What would become of her in this encounter? Astrid pleaded desperately, "At least stay with her during her heat, she's a human, Alpha. She can't endure such intensity. Normally, humans don't experience heat, but as your mate, her heat would be unbearable – far worse than an omega's," she implored, but I remained resolute. "I don't give a damn about her survival, Astrid. All I want is our love," I interrupted, my voice harsh. "You're being so selfish!" she accused, pushing my buttons. "Shut up, Astrid," I snapped, causing her to flinch but she held her tongue,"Whether she's my mate or not, I love you. Let her suffer, I don't care," I declared.
