Chapter 19

I grimaced, disappointed in myself for having frightened my mate. I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself down. "I think...the wolf inside of me might have thought of that. That's why I marked you twice. They can't overturn this." I tried to sound as reassuring as I could. I put my hand over the marks, linking my fingers with hers. She nodded and stayed silent. "You have two of my marks in your neck, Diana. Whatever the tribunal decides, they won't be able to overturn it." I confidently said. I wasn't so sure, but I'd fight for the right to keep my mate if I had to. The Tribunal was going to fight us on technicalities. They'd question if the second mark was consensual€second markings were rarely done and were a delicate issue. They'd also ask why I wasn't on the roster. Just thinking about it gave me a headache. So I stood up and offered her my hand. Reluctantly, she took it and let me lead her towards the dining room. The brunch would include just me, Patrick, and the king and