Fake vs Fated

"Annalise, you need to understand that your desires don't matter in this situation. All that counts is getting what I want," he says, continuing to caress me as he speaks... Annalise Ethelwulf, a werewolf warrior, experiences a dream come true when she discovers her soulmate - the Alpha's son from her new pack. However, happiness is short-lived as her partner strays without granting her freedom. In a moment of heartbreak, after discovering her mate in bed with her younger sister, Annalise flees in shock, ending up outside a dance club. Unbeknownst to her, a fateful encounter awaits as she enters into a temporary, unplanned connection with someone she assumes is a stranger. Nicolas Nightmoon, the Alpha of a powerful pack under the werewolf king, has suffered the loss of his mate and resists the idea of adding more emotional baggage. Yet, one passionate night with the enchanting Annalise alters his life irrevocably, though she is already committed... Could the Moon Goddess have made a mistake? Did destiny lead them down an unintended path? Or was this a carefully orchestrated setup? Please note: This story contains sensitive content, including sexual and physical abuse, violence, and mature themes. Reader discretion is advised.