Lucia discovers that Adrian is her fated mate, but the truth is he has already slept with her sister, who is expecting his child. The entire pack, including her own parents, supports her sister. Lucia is publicly rejected and lives in isolation and contempt from her people. She flees her pack and arrives at the Crescent Moon Pack, where she meets her true fated mate. Later, Lucia returns to confront her old pack, achieves justice, and finds peace.