On Hold. Bane's Regret, Stone Mountain Shifters, Book 4

Melanie Jaynes 13 stories

Summary

Skye Roberts, a naive 20-year-old she-wolf aspiring to be a healer, lives a sheltered life until a rogue attack devastates her pack and overwhelms her mother's medical capabilities. Rushing to the clinic, Skye discovers Bane Brooks, a notorious playboy and pack enforcer, is her true mate. Despite their bond, Bane's infidelity causes Skye to suffer from Cheating Mate Syndrome (CMS), which nearly kills her. As Skye's condition worsens and it’s discovered she’s pregnant, she is airlifted for critical care. When Bane overhears nurses discussing the loss of their pup, he abandons her, leaving Skye deeply scarred both physically and emotionally. Skye dedicates herself and becomes a renowned surgeon and advocate against CMS, helping others heal from betrayal. Years later, Bane finds her working in a hospital and is horrified to learn he not only abandoned Skye but their pup who had survived. Confronted with the repercussions of his past actions, Bane must face the reality of their child's existence and his own regrets. Skye, now a figure of strength and resilience, faces the daunting challenge of deciding whether she can actually trust any male ever again.