We all held our breath, waiting for the slightest chance to save the one whose loss would weigh so heavily in our hearts.

Cerina looked up at me. “Unless her true fated mate is willing to repay the Goddess on the queen’s behalf.”

I froze.

“What… Did you say?”

My heart was about to jump out of my chest.

She didn’t answer my question. Instead, she continued her explanation. “However, we all know Queen Rosalie doesn’t have a ...