The last thing Mateo Kane wants is a mate. As the second born Alpha son, with no responsibilities, his plans for himself do not include settling down until he has explored what the world has to offer. So when his beautiful mate suddenly appears and instead of instigating the mate bond, asks for four years to chase her own dreams, Mateo lets her go with a promise to complete their bond when she is ready. What happens when three years later his mate returns unexpectedly, in trouble, confessing a betrayal that threatens to break their bond? Will the new Alpha of Blood Stone be able to forgive his mates fall from grace?