Witnessing his father's devastation after losing his mate scarred him deeply, leaving the pack leaderless and fractured. Forced into the alpha role while barely more than a boy, he swore he'd never risk the same heartbreak through marriage. But the moon goddess has other designs. When he discovers the white wolf is his destined mate, every wall he built crumbles. Attraction ignites between them, pulling him toward a connection he desperately fights to resist. The more he struggles against fate's grip, the more he surrenders to her. Caught between protecting his heart and surrendering to destiny, he learns that some bonds are impossible to break—no matter how hard you try.