By Shadowlight Lake
"Just keep her safe. And for moon's sake, complete the marking bond soon. It would give you both advantages we can't afford to ignore in the current situation."
With that, he limped from the room, leaving me momentarily stunned by his blunt assessment.
Alexei approached, amusement glinting in his violet eyes. "Well, that was interesting."
"Which part?" I asked dryly. "Grant's territorial posturing or Daniel Briarthorn giving mating advice?"
"Both," Alexei replied. "But mostly your declaration that Astraia is coming to High Crest. Have you discussed this with her?"
I ran a hand through my hair. "Not yet."