Simon tightened his hold around her. “He does. And he’s not just devoted, he’s protective. You’ll see. Nothing will come between him and her. Honestly, I’ve never seen him like this, not even with Rizza.”

Melva pouted slightly. “But the Alpha King and my lady… they’re fated mates, that’s different. My Lady already suffered so much in her childhood, and all I want is to see her happy, with someone who will truly love and cherish her, Simon. She deserves so much better after ...