POV: Emily
The way towards the village was silent. We were walking side by side and I had a hard time focusing on my escape plans since they were being mingled with Accalia's unpure thoughts. Wendy was sweeping the sidewalk we passed on and I could see that her face was struck with pity and sadness.
"Don't worry about me, Wendy. As I said, I'll be fine. He might not be as bad as we thought." I mind-linked her.
"Oh, my sweet child. Mate bonds are just like this... you can't really escape it. Sometimes they're a blessing, sometimes a curse, depending on what you make of it. May the Goddess watch you and keep you safe." She replied.
Then we reached the village square, where the feast was almost ready to start: most of the wolves were sitting at the table, sharing thoughts and gossips. Na
