The Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate (Five Packs, #1)

by Cate C. Wells

“You’re in heat.” “No, I’m not. Heat hurts.” His eyes crinkle in sadness. “No, baby. It doesn’t.” But I’m nodding. “Yes, it does. It’s the most awful pain you’ll ever feel.” My eyes brim with tears. I tug my hand from his and wander back to my nest. I don’t want to think about it. The memory of the blackberry patch pierces the muzzy languor in my brain, and I don’t want to go back to reality. I want this. Even if it’s foolish. Even if I shouldn’t. I expect Killian to follow like he has been, but he stays at the window, although his eyes track me. “I’m so fucking sorry,” he says.