Violet
I watched Damon's throat work as he swallowed.
"The wolf and I had a... personal connection," he said carefully. "A mate bond. But, the bond was not suitable, and I made the decision to reject it. This is within my rights as an Alpha. An Omega is no fit for the average wolf, much less one of my standing."
My throat tightened and the fresh wave of murmurs that swept through the hall nearly toppled me to the floor. I could pick out the faint snickers within them.
I had expected the truth. That would benefit him in this situation, but the insult was completely unnecessary.
And just like him!
"And then?" Lord Calder prompted when Damon fell silent.
A part of me died inside at how he treated this as nothing.
'Why am I even surprised?'
