DARIUS POV

As Darius wore the robe over his head, he couldn't help but feel a little overwhelmed by what was to come.

He was preparing for the journey to Draken Havix's castle, as he had been invited, and Rocky and several of his guards would accompany him.

Darius saw a lie when he saw one, despite telling himself that he was doing it out of sympathy and because he couldn't stomach the thought of Brielle going through any more torment.

He couldn't dispute the truth. He still loved her. ...