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
Evelyn’s POVEveryone has been busy with preparations for the midsummer celebration - organizing events, decorating, and more. After hours upon hours of work, the day has finally arrived.The festival is scheduled to start midday and run into the night. From what I understand, the whole entire town
Kane’s POVMy head whips in the direction of the smoke, my eyes already searching wildly despite not being able to see anything. Without another moment of hesitation, I run into the wreckage.“Kane!” Henri shouts, but I’m already gone. I move through the smoke, thankful that some of it is clearing s
Slowly, my eyes peel open and I blink up at the white-tiled ceiling that meets crisp white walls. I cough once, roll my head to the side as I feel a slight soreness. As my head falls to the right, I nearly startle as I see Diana’s wide eyes staring at me.“You’re awake,” she says, thankful as she sc
Evelyn’s POVKane and I are silent as we head toward home. True to his word, he’s the one driving me home, so we’re alone in the car together. His attention is pointed ahead at the road while I glance out the window.I’m not sure why he came to get me or offered to drive me home. He could have sent







