The Last Blackthorne Heir Returns
Done being the victim they expected me to be.
"As do I," I replied, my voice steady despite the adrenaline coursing through my veins. "I'm sure it will be quite the spectacle."
After they left, I sagged slightly against Liam, the weight of maintaining that facade suddenly overwhelming. Through our bond, I felt my mates' combined relief and pride wash over me.
"That went better than expected," Fin said, though his green eyes remained watchful.
"Did it?" I asked. "Because Lord Donovan looked like he was already planning my funeral."