Azaria Freeman gave everything to Aldrith Corp. She carried two roles without complaint, held the company together, and believed her reward was finally within reach. Instead, the promotion she earned was handed to someone with the Aldrith name.

Furious and done staying silent, Azaria storms into a board meeting and challenges the very people who overlooked her. But the moment she steps inside, everything changes because Theon Aldrith realizes the truth:

His mate has been right under his nose all along.

And she is human.

Something that hasn’t happened in centuries.

Now, power, instinct, and fear collide as Theon faces an impossible choice: claim her and risk everything, or walk away from the one person fate has chosen for him.

The initial shock of their grand entrance slowly melted into the background as the charity gala began to progress smoothly. The schedule for the evening unfolded seamlessly. Up on the main stage, official announcements were made, highlighting the company's goals, the success of the current fundraising initiatives, and the impact of the donations being collected. Theon spent a significant portion of the evening doing exactly what a CEO needed to do at these events, moving from one high-profile circle to another. He spoke at length with key business partners, answered questions from major shareholders, and solidified corporate alliances, all while looking amazing in his element.


Chapter 74 - Chapter 74 - Hearsay