“I’m sorry, my love,” he repeated. I don’t know what came over me that wedding day and I’ll do anything to prove to you how sorry I am. Please, give me the chance to make this right".
“So, you’re tired of sending people to come apologize on your behalf?” I scoffed. “Why are you here? Did you suddenly realize that it was you who was at fault and not me?”
He nodded slowly. “I was ashamed to come before you but I’m here now and I’m sorry".
“Daughter,” my father said, his voice grave. “I know you’ve been wronged, but we must consider the bigger picture. The rogue packs grow stronger every day and neither Winterfang nor Stormhowl can survive the coming war alone".
I turned, surprised at my father. I had expected him to be furious with Cyrus. Why was he speaking for him?
“Dad, you cannot seriously expect me to just forgive him… I would never raise my head high if I return to Stormhowl with him. He disgraced me and our family".
“I assure you dear, that soon no one will talk about it again,” my father persisted. “Just do this as your duty to the pack and your mate. I’m sure he was carried away and you can see how haggard he looks… he really miss you".