Chapter 97 Bonds Of The Past And Future

• Magdalena’s chariot rolled to a halt before the grand stone steps of Castle Ethanasius, home of the noble Alpha. Awaiting her arrival were the Lady Luna Selena, the Alpha himself, and the full household—maids in crisp linen, slaves standing in orderly rows, and guards flanking the entrance with solemn posture.
• The charioteer dismounted with practiced grace, moving swiftly to open the door for his mistress.
• But ere Magdalena could take his offered hand, a sudden hush swept through the gathering.