Blood Claims and Broken Vows
The winter sun was warm.
I smiled, satisfied.
A tall figure blocked the sun in front of me.
I looked up and saw a handsome, well-built man.
He had neat black hair and deep, gray-green eyes that held a hint of inquiry, as well as undisguised admiration.
"Miss Isolde," he bowed his head slightly, his voice a low rumble. "I am Lucien, new Lord of the Crimson Moon. For what it's worth, thank you for your mercy. And... congratulations on your freedom."