Desired Mate

"Even if you choose to flee天涯海角, know this, Cat: you'll always be my true companion. If it's your desire, I'll ensure your secrecy from prying eyes," he said with a hint of amusement, followed by a serious gaze that seemed to ignite a fire within her, despite no physical contact. "I intend to make you my secret mate." Throughout her life, Catherine had been overshadowed by her twin sister Camille, a constant reminder of her parents' disappointment. The news of the lycan king's upcoming ball, where all Alpha daughters were to attend, and one would be chosen as his mate, thrust her into a daunting situation. The king, known for his ruthless nature and reported habit of eliminating his chosen mates after minor missteps, made the event feel like a walk into a lion's den for Catherine. Her family's decision felt like a forced sacrifice, pushing her into a dangerous predicament. Yet, she saw this as an opportunity to forge her own path within the pack. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Lycanthrope king, Kane, harbored his own ulterior motives. Would Catherine's determination lead to a new beginning, or would she suffer the same fate as the women before her, destined to be forgotten among the king's harem?