LOGINMy own anger was simmering beneath the surface. “I want to reclaim what is mine and to rebuild my mother’s legacy.”His features automatically softened. His proud smile returned. “I wouldn’t have expected anything less. If anyone can do it, it’s you. But that’s not the only reason you called for thi
Evelyn’s POVThere was more that needed to be said to Kane. However, the time had come for my meeting with the king, and I wasn’t going to postpone it for yet a second time.My sleep the night before was once again broken and dissatisfying. I made sure to head to the bedroom to take a quick shower a
Evelyn’s POVThis wasn’t how I initially intended for this conversation to go. Not really.I was hoping that Kane and I could be civil while I tried to explain my reasoning for needing to leave the pack. It wasn’t going to be an easy conversation, but it needed to happen.More so, I really hoped tha
He scratched the back of his neck, lowering his eyes to the desk. “No, not sick. I haven’t been sleeping well lately.”I gave him a pointed look. Well, that makes two of us then, I thought.Olivia rounded the desk and smiled. “Well, don’t worry. I’ll make sure that you’re taken care of,” she hummed.
Evelyn’s POVThe days that followed my encounter with Kane were more painful than I was anticipating. Both mentally and physically.After I had spoken to Kane regarding the strange activity in the restricted section of the medical ward, he and I had gone back to not speaking to each other.It was as
“Geez,” he commented. “Well, is it safe to assume that Evelyn is aware of this?”“Yes, she knows. However, she’s not aware of how hard the king has been pushing back lately. Of course, why on earth would she? She chooses to be locked up in her lab all damn day. I haven’t had a real chance to talk to
I’m not sure why I’m so upset that Kane used me. Yes, it didn’t feel great to figure out that I was just a moving piece in his overall plan, but - at the end of the day - this is just an act. I’m just playing a role.But it did sting. Maybe because dinner had actually gone well and there was a fooli
Alexander gives me a nod in farewell before he retrieves his gym bag and promptly leaves the room. As the door shuts, I finally stir, turning to Kane who is sliding off his black hoodie.“Was that necessary?” I ask him, gesturing toward the door. “You could have at least thanked him for trying to he
Evelyn’s POVDr. Borsheim writes me a short list of his suggestions. The list includes working out and bettering my physical strength, overcoming moral challenges, and finding opportunities where I can show leadership.His list makes sense. All of these attributes are what make a strong and worthy L
Evelyn’s POVTo say that I slept terribly would be an understatement. I practically tossed and turned all night long. I made sure to put on an extra layer of concealer this morning to hide the dark circles under my eyes.Now, I’m ready to be out of my room and make myself busy in order to distract m







