Guarding His Forbidden Mate
It was filled with sacred water, and a heavy silver coin which sat at the bottom.
"The Silver Touch," the High Priest announced. "If a fated mate touches the Princess while under the influence of the sacred silver, the Moon’s power will react. Know this, the truth cannot be hidden."
Nathan grabbed my hand and forced me to stand beside the bowl.
"Every high-ranking guard," Nathan ordered, his voice echoing. "Every warrior in the inner circle step forward. Touch the silver, then touch her hand."
The line started. One by one, they began to come forward. They'd dipped their fingers into the silver bowl and then pressed their hand against mine. Nothing.
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