“Pack existed before ceremonies,” Sam said, sounding amused. “Magic binds more obviously, more extensively, but not more deeply.” “Did you mess with my head on my date with Adam?” I couldn’t keep the accusation out of my voice. “No.” He tilted his head, then snarled, “Someone hurt you?” “No,” I said. “It’s nothing.” “Lies,” he said. “Right,” I agreed. “But if it wasn’t you who did it, the incident is something for Adam and me to handle.” He was still a moment. “For now,” he said.