LORCAN’S POV
The weight of my responsibilities pressed heavily on my shoulders as I navigated the intricacies of leading the pack. The burden of knowledge about my wolf's condition rested solely with my beta, a secret that held the potential to shape the destiny of our pack. My hopes had centered on the mate bond, a connection that would not only provide companionship and love, but also the key to unlocking my wolf's strength.
However, as time passed and the mate bond remained elusive, a sense of frustration began to gnaw at the edges of my determination. The longing for my mate, the one who could heal the rift within my soul and restore my wolf's vigor, intensified with each passing day. The weight of my own expectations felt like an anchor, dragging me down even as I strove to lead wit
