King Nathan I left my mate in her room even though my heart screamed at me to stay. I know she needed time. I could see the regret in her eyes. I didn't want her to reject me. I know my father was a horrible person, but I'm not him. I heard screaming before I made it back down to the kitchen. I signed, knowing it was my sister's arguing over my mate. I entered the kitchen to Sage being held back by her mate, Brandon. "Ashlyn, this is our family, and she isn't a part of it," Sage yelled. "And why the hell isn't she a part of this family? She's my mate?" I growled. Sage stopped fighting her mate and looked at me. "Nathan, I" she stammered. "No, Sage, I accepted Brandon, your chosen mate, without hesitation even though fated mates are sacred to us. I know how much he loves you and takes