Chapter 125

• Cesmae's POV
• Two months have passed since the mating ceremony, and life with Raizel has been blissful. The nightmares of the past feel distant, like echoes in a canyon. Mimimi is happier than ever, filling our days with her endless curiosity and laughter. Raizel and I have settled into our roles, united as a family and as rulers of the Lycan Kingdom. But peace, as I’ve learned, is fragile.
• This morning begins like any other, until Caius strides into the throne room, a sealed letter in his hand and a storm brewing on his face.