Fated Mates: Love Over Everything

Liara Haysbert, devoted to her books and family, had no desire to find her mate immediately after turning eighteen, aiming to become a doctor first. She also harbored a secret fear of rejection, stemming from a lifetime of being mocked for her perceived nerdiness and struggles with public speaking. Fate intervened unexpectedly when Liara encountered her fated mate, a rogue. Both were hesitant to reveal their difficulties, with Liara unable to find the courage to speak and the rogue remaining silent. In a moment of fear and realization, Liara pleaded for him to stop following, attributing his pursuit to the mate bond and suggesting mutual rejection. When Liara attempted to formally reject him, she discovered she didn't know his name. He revealed he had no name, offering a list of derogatory terms instead, explaining his tragic origins as the son of a raped woman who died at his birth. Liara, her heart heavy, decided to name him Theodore, meaning 'gift of god,' recognizing their fated connection bestowed by the Moon Goddess.