Chapter 21

Thea

The slightest tingles tickle my cheek as Knox swipes his thumb across my face. His touch has been the only one to bring me and my wolf this level of comfort since we got here. I guess his saving us from being raped or killed gave us a deeper connection.

I don’t want to leave this moment. I feel so at peace. I suck in a breath, sighing softly, and the knot in my stomach loosens as Knox accepts my secret and insecurities.

“Thank you, but what about the pack?” I lift my head away from his touch, and his hand falls gently to my thigh. “A white wolf can be dangerous for a pack. My Father said if anyone ever knew, I’d be hunted. I don’t want your pack to be in danger.”

Knox’s handsome face softens, his dazzling, forest-green eyes sparkle with an emotion I can’t quite place.

“Thea, this is your pack now too. We’ll make it official during the next full moon, and no one in the pack will care about a gift.” His eyes glass over, a flash of pain and sadness dancing across them before he