Desired By Three Alphas; Fated To One

Hailee’s POV

A soft knock landed on my door, and I knew instantly it was Mother.

"Come in, Mother. The door’s open," I said gently.

The door creaked open, and she stepped inside, gently shutting it behind her. Her eyes, full of concern, found me curled up on the bed. Without a word, she crossed the room and sat beside me, her hands folded neatly in her lap.

I knew she had a lot to say, and honestly, I wasn’t in the mood to hear any of it tonight. But I stayed quiet, patient.

Her eyes swept over me, looking worried. "You look drained," she said gently. "What’s happening?"

I sighed, folding my arms across my chest.

How do I even begin to explain that I might be falling for three different boys—and I didn’t want to lose any of them? Or hurt them either?

Before I could respond, she continued, "Is this about what he said... about the marriage?"

I scoffed. "That’s the least of my worries."

Her frown deepened. "Hailee, you should be worried. He’s threatened not to give back your wolf to you if you don’t heed his commands. And you know he’ll do it."

I clenched my jaw, her words sinking in like ice in my veins.