Chapter 49

He stood tall and strong, posturing, ears erect, chest puffed out, tail high. Magnificent. Tangible power radiated off of his broad chest in waves. Never, had he looked more like a predator, a king of beasts. There was no denying his Alpha birthright. The force of his authority would have had other wolves cowering in his presence, unable to look him in the eyes, raising their necks in submission. But I felt no need to slink down or run away. Just the opposite. I shivered in anticipation. I wanted this magnificent beast's nearness. But I too definitely shared the last trait -he had my submission. At that moment, I knew I wouldn't tell him no. Not now, or ever. I would give him anything his heart desired. My Wolf and I agreed. The bond flowed through us like a living connection, holding us steady, keeping me calm. I inhaled deeply, breathing it in. His gleaming obsidian eyes took in my lithe frame. His intense staring had nothing to do with checking out my figure. He'd already seen