- Do you really think this is going to work? - Devin looked doubtfully at the men gathered in the room. There were only four of them. - It may sound wild, but that is what Demetria wants us to do. And I trust her.- Cassius replied without hesitation. Nickolas, standing next to the Dragon Prince, nodded with enthusiasm. Devin glanced at the last man in the room, Peter, who only shrugged his arms. - It doesn't sound wild, it is wild!- The young man pointed out, sitting in his chair. His frustration was growing with every passing day. This Demetria, who was she? The mysterious woman was helping them, but he could not shake off the feeling she had some hidden agenda. After all, she was the daughter of the Dragon King, the most enormous monster known. Who knew what sat inside of her heart? Of course, thanks to her, they still could use the food safely, but maybe one day, she will change her mind and decide to side with her father. What was worst was that Cassius made them all trust her

Demetria absent-mindedly listened to one of the servants, who interrupted her. The young boy was saying something, but all she could think about right now were the secret doors behind the tapestry. My Princess, the King wishes to see you tomorrow morning. There will be a meeting at his office.- The boy said with his eyes glued to the floor. She couldn't even see his face.- Please tell my father I will be there.- Demetria replied quickly before shutting the door. It was impolite, but she could not wait to see what was hidden behind the mysterious doors. She stood silent for a while, making sure no one was near her room. Demetria quickly locked her door, ensuring no one uninvited would come in while she was going to deal with a secret pass. The girl ran to the tapestry and pulled it to the side. She grabbed the knob and pushed it, but the door remained closed. It was a little disappointing but not surprising. Why would anyone keep it open? Besides, she would not appreciate it if som

Kylan took a deep breath. It was not the return he pictured. He was supposed to come back home with at least a few dragon warriors to support him, but nothing like this happened. Instead, he was returning alone, unprepared to face his pack members. The last time they saw each other, he killed his parents to please the Dragon King. The man put his foot down confidently. He may be alone, but for the Goddess's sake, he was an Alpha now, and they would obey his will. If not, every person who decides to stand against him will face consequences. Kylan looked around with confidence. It was his home, his pack. His parents could be good leaders, but he would show everyone he was the great one. There was no place for weakness right now. The Dragon King could betray him, but he was not defenseless. The dragon's behavior still stung, but Kylanm could not dwell on it much longer. But was it really betrayal? Maybe it was a test. Maybe Lucius did it to let Kylan prove he was worthy of his support

Kylan's eyes were wide open, threatening to pop out of his skull any minute now. He opened his mouth like a fish pulled out of the water, but no coherent words came out. The young man stood still, processing what he was seeing, but his brain was rejecting acceptance of the fact that his father stood before him. Was he dreaming? The last days took a toll on him, and maybe his mind played tricks on him. If that was true, Kylan was experiencing the worst nightmare of his life. Did his father escape from the underground and come back to haunt him for his sins? - You look surprised. - Felix spoke calmly, and Kylan shivered. That did not sound like a voice from the afterlife. This voice sounded like the one he had heard in the past. It was soft but filled with power- the power Kylan could not find in himself right now. - What are you doing here?- The young Alpha asked in a weak voice. This has to be a dream, and he will wake up any minute now. Felix could not be here, and the dead could

Kylan sat under the tree, panting heavily. He had run for hours and had reached his limits. His body was covered in sweat, and minor cuts were already healing. The night was coming, and Kylan shivered from the cold as he had no clothes to keep him warm. He could use one of the hideouts near the pack border but was too scared to take a risk. After all, his father could always change his mind and send the pack warriors after him. For the first time, Kylan faced the fact that he was homeless and had nowhere to go. In one moment, he lost his pack, title, and home. His bright future was not so bright anymore, and he could count only on himself.Anger slowly rose in his chest. Everyone had betrayed him: his parents, Callista, and even the Dragon King. He was supposed to be a great leader, and they took everything from him. On top of that was Demetria, his ex-mate. She was the source of his whole misfortune. This girl destroyed his life years ago when she was found on the porch. She even tu