Chapter 18 Replaced Mate

• Nerina’s POV
• Summoning my courage, I stepped into the garden and immediately noticed the queen mother, her gaze fixed on me, her eyes betraying a deep-seated anger. It was evident that she was struggling to maintain her composure, though I couldn't say I was particularly concerned about it.
• As I ventured further into the garden, two large men suddenly appeared in front of me, blocking my path and preventing me from moving forward.