#CHAPTER 98: A Chat With the Alpha King

MAEVE POV And now that I was all alone in that courtyard—filled with beautiful banners that Eric and I had helped to set up—and just a short distance away from Alpha King Arlan’s terrifying form, all of my bravado vanished in the blink of an eye. Eric was gone, and I knew that perhaps it would be wise to follow his example. Especially while the king’s rapt attention was still strictly set on the omega servants diligently working around us. With a silent turn on my heel, I had only taken two steps when, all of a sudden— “You there—stop right now.” King Arlan's voice, sharp and forceful, cut across the courtyard and into my retreating back. I froze, paralyzed with dread. I couldn’t help but notice the attention of a few omegas suddenly directed at us, not bothering to hide their curiosity. I cursed silently, my stomach plummeting to the ground. So much for hoping to escape unnoticed. Slowly, I turned around and ducked my head. “E-Excuse me, Your Majesty,” I stammer