Taken from her home after a brutal attack, Rune is told to find a mate by spring, or one will be chosen for her. Of course the one she wants is the one who says he doesn't want to claim her, but she's not going to let him push her away. Bear is the second in command, but his honor won't allow him to abuse his station. He doesn't want the men to think he used his rank to get first choice, even if everything about Rune...