A hidden Omega. A ruthless orc warlord. One ritual that ends her freedom.
Vesha was sent as tribute, never meant to be chosen. She hid her rare Omega scent for years. But ritual fire burns away deception, and when Warlord Ghazrek scents her, his rut ignites.
Before the entire clan, he bites his claim into her throat and seals their bond. Now she is marked, knot-claimed, and bound to the most dangerous alpha in the mountains.
Her human family demands her return to marry a cruel lord who already paid her bride price. Rival clans circle the borders. Enemies whisper treason inside the stronghold.
But Ghazrek does not want a political pawn.
He wants his mate. Heavy with his heirs. Choosing him in front of them all.
When betrayal strikes, Vesha must decide if she is a captive… or a queen who claims her warlord back.
