Chapter 70

SERAPHINA 

I woke to an empty bed. Cassian scent still clung to the sheets—earth and herbs. My body ached everywhere. Every muscle screamed as I tried to sit up. Last night had been brutal. He had taken what he wanted without care.

The door burst open.

"Good morning, my queen!" Sussane's voice was far too cheerful.

I groaned and pulled the covers over my head. "Go away."

"Absolutely not." Her footsteps crossed the room. "You cannot stay in bed all ...