Chapter 142. MATE!

Adrianna’s POV

We were already close to the woods when a second thought crossed my mind. Did I really want to be in this gathering? I didn’t think I wanted to, yet my leg dragged ahead.

People gathered barefoot, most in their wolf form and a few in their human form.

Suddenly, my step halted, making Kael snap his eyes toward me. “What happened?” he asked just as he turned to me.

My lips disappeared between my teeth as I drew in a shaky breath. “I don’t think I want to be here,” I said.

A crease formed on his brow instantly. “Why, is something wrong?” he asked. I blinked rapidly and opened my mouth to speak, but Bianca beat me to it.

“Oh my, Adrianna, you came,” she said, drawing my father’s and the rest of the people’s attention.

My heart tightened. It was too late to turn back. With no choice, I smiled as I moved forward with Kael.

I halted as I stood close to the circle, and Kael walked toward the opposite side to discuss some