Since River has been old enough to ask, his father has brain-washed into believing that he’s unworthy of any sort of love.
Especially from his long-awaited, fated mate.
He has no future, just an awaited rejection and a continued life of abuse.
All that gets him through his bruised life is when he allows his mind to wander to his other half.
Even with thought of rejection, River holds nothing more dear than the dream of one day meeting his mate.
Little does River know that one day he is going to be sold off into slavery with only that single thread of hope to hold him together.
