Only married she-wolves act as the Keeper, but the honor falls on virginal Layla due to a tragedy. The mysterious Bonding Ritual, which takes place every full moon, keeps the four Alpha males unified. If Layla fails to complete her duty, the mighty werewolf clan will erupt into civil war. Layla is about to find out the forbidden act that is responsible for the Daric Clan’s dominance in the empire. This novelette delves into the lives and secrets of the Daric werewolf clan - a clan renowned for its power. Layla takes on the role of Keeper when her mother dies unexpectedly. The Bonding Ritual (a ceremony clouded in mystery) keeps the four Alpha males united and the Daric Clan strong. The ritual devirginizes Layla in every way, but that isn’t the end of it. Unfortunately for Layla, the man who has tormented her since childhood is her partner for the final event. It is the final act that tests Layla's resolve as the clan’s new Keeper. Warning: This book contains scenes that some readers may find objectionable, including werewolf/human relations.