WINTER

“K-King Valtor? You mean the Rogue King, Luna?”

I gave a nod.

Merlin’s eyes widened, hands flying to cover her mouth.

“Don’t worry,” I said quickly, trying to ease her shock. “It’s not what you think. He doesn’t mistreat me. In fact, he treats me far better than I thought. He even allowed me to join him here tonight.”

The words felt strange on my tongue, especially with the endless hostility that had always existed between pack wolves and Rogues. ...