Chapter 67

Kyra’s POV "Are you okay? Did she hurt you?" Kieran's deep voice rumbled with barely restrained fury as Amanda stormed out of the dining hall. His blue eyes burned with protective intensity as they scanned my body for any sign of harm. I could feel the heat of his wolf's anger. Sylvia bristled in my mind. "That venomous snake won't dare touch us - not with our mate standing there.” I took a deep breath, inhaling Kieran's comforting cedar and musk scent that always grounded me. "I feel like she's planning something against me," I admitted, watching Amanda's retreating form. Kieran's entire body tensed, his instincts flaring at the perceived threat to his mate. He cupped my face, forcing me to meet his piercing gaze. "Don't think about it too much. She just wants to annoy you." "She wouldn't risk angering an Alpha's mate without reason," I countered, my fingers unconsciously tracing my neck. " I know she hates me and I feel like she’s planning something against me. She wants to get rid o