Did they all make jokes? When I turned to look at Dad, his expression was unreadable. If I undressed in front of so many people, it didn't matter to him. Ultimately, he had personally planned the entire event.

He had informed me earlier in the morning that our pack was currently in financial jeopardy and that he intended to sell me to the Green Shadow Pack in return for resources.

Why must I be the one doing it? I was the first daughter of the alpha. The alpha of the shadow pack would be more than happy to buy many of the girls in the pack. But my dad would have rather had me. Why was he so hostile towards me?

"Why do I have to take off my clothes?" My voice was raspy from the emotions that were eating away at me as I inquired.

"Emma, don't feel ashamed or degraded. Please take off your dirty clothes since no one here is interested in a girl like you." She growled and seized my clothing.

Her mouth drew nearer to my ears. "The alpha told me that you have the filthy blood of an omega and you are also wolfless, so you should be thankful that I'm even considering taking you to our pack!"

"I won't take my clothes off in front of so many people!" I remained firm and looked Dad in the eye while I talked.

"Dad, tell her to let go!" When he did not respond, I yelled.

Dad sneered. How come I should do that? Pay attention to what she says, or else you risk receiving harsh punishment."

There was no more arguing from him, and I understood exactly what he meant when he said "punishment." I closed my eyes tightly, trying to keep the hurtful memories from coming back.

When I turned eighteen two years ago, my step-sister Lopez had already shifted and received her wolf on the same day, but I was unable to even shift.

The next week, I shifted unexpectedly, but I had to keep it a secret because my wolf was a pure white wolf, which could only mean one thing. I was a cursed wolf, here to bring the world to an end. And I would be executed right away if anyone found out.

Consequently, I had to maintain the appearance of being wolfless, and ever since, my father's affection for me had soured. I was reduced to the status of a slave by him, and I was forced to perform all the pack's manual labour. I was a disgrace to him, and he made it clear that he wanted no part of me.

"Dad, please can we not do this?" With a thump, I went to my knees and my brain exploded from the hit.

"Emma, the mating ritual is about to begin. Now that we have resolved this, you can leave my pack and my sight! Keep me from repeating myself. Dad sounded so full of disdain.

My heart felt like it had broken in two. How could Dad have such cold heart? How could someone be so calm even if they wanted to sell their daughter? I turned back the years that were about to overflow.

He wanted me to leave his pack and his sight. Then I most certainly will, but not at his request. I'll depart precisely how I wanted to.

I shoved Eva and shot to my feet without any warning. I heard footsteps skittering behind me as I doubled up the stairs.

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