***Allue*** I was still so flustered with that kiss that I almost missed what Ryland had said. Bram had his mate. I knew better than anyone what that poor soul was going through. I looked at Ryland and now that I was truly studying him he looked worn down. Not just from the beatings from tonight but his whole body was just screaming exhaustion and sorrow. He didn't have a mark on his neck so I was unsure if his story was true but I had the inclination that I should believe him.my brother had a skeptical look on his face before he spoke up. “How does he have your mate still when we raided there every person in the dungeons or willing to come in the pack was taken with us?” the room fell silent waiting on his answer. I was curious to hear too. “I don't know. All I know is she didnt come