Kiara's POV:

With a final glance at our reflections, we trooped out of the room, our high spirits echoing through the halls. As we made our way toward the SUVs parked outside the mansion, I noticed the added presence of several guards. Their stiff postures and alert eyes suggested they were here for more than just casual accompaniment.

"Alpha Kings' orders, Luna," one of them explained, noticing my confusion. "They requested we accompany you tonight."

I nodded, a feeling of ...