~Ezinne~ I turned on my side and faced the window. The early light of dawn spread across the sky, and still, I couldn't find sleep. With a defeated sigh, I climbed out of bed and made my way to the balcony. It was past two in the morning when we returned from the Eclipse Pack, and since then, slee
~Ezinne~ I didn't wait for Malik to show up before I began my meal. With little enthusiasm, I sipped my tea and picked at the brioche. I was halfway through the meal when the door swung open, and Malik made his entrance. "I want us to be left alone for today," I heard him instructing
"Killing me won't be that easy, Red," he said. "At least, I'll try," I retorted. Malik slowly got up, releasing me, and as I gasped for breath, a wave of dread washed over me. He walked back to his seat with an ease that seemed almost out of place given what had just happened. Had I been t
~Ezinne~ I lingered by my window, and my gaze followed the arrival of the guests. These were no ordinary men; they were of wealth and power, each making their entrance to the courtyard in their own unique styles. I couldn't believe it was another one of my mating ceremonies today.Twice, I had been
After Malik's unsettling confession to me the previous day, I had told Rhea everything about me from the beginning, skipping Ashere's part, and my desire to vanquish Malik. Surprisingly, the dislike I thought I had for her when I came was gone, and was replaced by this sense of trust. Because no mat
~Ezinne~ The door swung open gently, and a servant stepped inside, bowing her head slightly in a gesture of respect towards me. "The king is ready to see you now, my queen,” she announced. Rhea quickly took hold of my shoulders and fixed her gaze on mine. Her eyes sparkled with dete
"Are you ready?" Malik whispered, noticing my tension. I nodded in response, trying to steady my nerves. To my surprise, Malik squeezed my hand gently in reassurance. As we made our way down the grand stairs that led into the ballroom, a voice echoed from behind us, startling me and almost making
~Ezinne~ "Malik!" a voice called our attention as we spoke to some Lycans. Malik and I turned at the same time towards the owner of the voice. I wondered who dared to address him so casually by his first name. An older gentleman made his way towards us, hand in hand with a young beautiful l