"Swapping faces? A new concept to me. A dangerous one, perhaps.
"How does it work?"
She moved closer, her face eager, her smile brightening. "The woman lives in the North. We can travel there whenever you're ready and get it done. It takes just a few seconds for the effect to kick in after the ritual."
"So, you want me to wear your face?"
She nodded, hope in her eyes.
"Can I think about it?"
Her face fell, a frown clouding it instantly. "Why?" she finally echoed.
"Well, allowing someone else to wear my face while I wear theirs is a hard decision," I responded matter-of-factly.
Her frown deepened. "Don't you want this? Don't you want me to be happy? You said you feel sorry for stealing my place as the Alpha's breeder. Was that a lie?"
I shifted uncomfortably. "I do. I honestly feel horrible for stealing your dreams."
"Then act like it!" she snapped. However, realization dawned on her instantly. "I'm sorry for snapping," she said in a calmer tone.
"It's fine."