*Rion*

Alpha Cyrus of Thorn Forest arrived at the palace for a formal dinner with the royal family and with me. King Xander set it up so Alpha Cyrus could see if Daphne and I would be a good fit for Thorn Forest.

“I’m not sure what to expect,” Daphne answered honestly as she changed into her formal dress.

King Xander and Queen Lena insisted we get dressed up to make the best impression. I hadn’t been in a suit since the masquerade when I’d kidnapped ...