My wolf grumbles mutinously in my head, and I’m already wracking my brains for some way to go after my missing mate. There aren’t any planes left here in the capital – at least, not any that belong to the King. “Do many Vanaran citizens own private planes?” I ask curiously, trying to keep my voice i
EllaDinner is a tense affair. I wish I could say it’s clear whether or not our efforts with this summit are paying off, but all of these Alphas play their cards so close to their chests – well, all except Kieran. The Storm Forest Alpha spends the evening glaring at everyone around him, even his ow
I rest a steadying hand on his leg, keeping my posture relaxed. “It's okay.” I soothe, trying to gentle his worth. “I’d like to hear anything Alpha Kieran has to say… or confess.” The man in question narrows his eyes at me, outrage and indignance pouring off of him in waves. “Ohh you’re too clever
EllaI’m dying.The strength and determination it requires to stay serious in the face of Kieran’s announcement is staggering. I want nothing more than to roll on the floor laughing, but something tells me that doing so would undermine this victory. I can feel Sinclair’s mirth through our bond, tho
Cheers and growls of agreement rise up around the table as the other Alphas stand one by one, each wolf declaring his commitment to defeating Damon. Soon Sinclair, Gabriel, Roger, Henry and I are the only ones seated, and I think we’re all a little surprised by the sudden wave of support. I suppose
SinclairWhat started as a regular dinner party quickly evolves into a marathon planning session for the war, extending late into the night. I summoned James and my top enforcers as soon as the alliance was confirmed, because even though we’ve just clinched a major victory, the truth is that the har
Ella is perfectly alert now, but I cease touching her when her eyes fall shut. “Are you sure you’re not too tired for this, little mate?” I ask, eyes narrowed in concern. “We just just go to sleep if you are.”Her eyes snap open. “No, I’m awake.” She answers, responding so quickly I have to smother
Ella“Cora, what on earth is going on?” I demand, staring at my sister in shock and mild outrage. She’s just barged into my suite and announced that I won’t be wearing the gown I had specially made for the ball tonight. She pulled the hanger right out of my closet and tossed the garment bag aside,