VALERIA

I must admit that when I saw the ancient castle towers on the misty hill, I let out a sigh of relief.

I peeked through the carriage curtain at the powerful lycan riding beside me, admired everywhere we passed.

Many things had happened during this journey.

Discreetly, I touched the mark on my nape, hidden by the dress's collar.

His powerful canines were imprinted on my skin, claiming me as his, even if only temporarily.

Now, how was I supposed to behave around His Majesty?

So many thoughts crowded my mind—lies and fears.

I decided to act the same as always, like the maid with the privilege of sharing his bed whenever my inner butterfly craved a delicious mistreatment.

“What are you doing? Why are you going back to your room?”

He grabbed my hand, stopping me as I signaled the servant to take my small luggage to my quarters.

“Your Majesty, it’s only logical that…”

“The logical thing is for you to sleep in my bed. I’ll speak with Sasha so she knows things have changed and that you