chapter 24

Azalea The moment I step out of the safety of the castle doors, I am surrounded and dragged out of the castle, my heart racing. I fear more for the life of my unborn child than my own. The guards have me in a tight hold, and I struggle against them as I am led to the front of the castle. Kyson’s voice is constant in my head, urging me to stall them. His fear is potent, and I wonder what sort of history he has with the council that they would be daring enough to go against the Lycan King. “Azalea, My Queen. So lovely of you to join us,” Denali purrs, causing my skin to crawl as he approaches closer. He clicks his fingers at one of his men, who shoves me toward the iron gates and handcuffs my wrists to the solid bars. My heart skips a beat as everyone takes a few steps back watching beyond the gate. “Fear not. You will have your say. We just have a few questions for you. This is merely a precaution,” Denali says, gripping the back of my neck to turn my face toward his. “Precaution?” I sc