Chapter 35

Ronan’s POV

“What the hell is your problem, Ronan?”

“I’m scared,” I finally admitted, “I’m terrified that history will repeat itself and I’ll get hurt all over again.”

He leaned in, eyes blazing. “You’re a spineless coward! I’m done talking to you—let go of the past and move on! Seris had her demons, yet she trusted you, and you used her! Now you’re about to mate with that vile skank. I fucking hate you, Ronan. I hate that the Moon Goddess paired me with an asshole like you. You’re selfish, and I wish we’d never been paired.”

His last words cut through me, and then he severed our connection.

I’d hurt Seris; I’d hurt my wolf. Trembling, I walked to my closet to prepare for the mating ceremony. Selfish and cruel—that’s who I was. Still, I’d convinced myself my actions were justified by fear. But were they? A small, accusing voice inside me whispered: What will happen to your mate after this? I sighed. I didn’t know what would become of Seris. All I