“You can ensure you don’t end up as a mate to Carter,” he said, fangs descending until they were all I could stare at, “by making sure you end up as my mate. That’s why I signed up. I am literally your last chance at not losing your freedom and, possibly, your life.” He released his hold, and my legs barely managed to keep me upright as I landed on them. “So don’t fuck it up,” he growled.

