Will’s gaze darkened as he acknowledged them. “Three against five,” he said coolly, his tone dripping with authority. Then, he turned back to me, his expression softening. “Now I direct myself to Rogue Lucky Berry.” I snapped my head to him, startled. His lips quirked slightly, betraying the amusement he was trying to hide. “Rogue Lucky Berry, are you willing to take the Oath?” Taking a deep breath, I straightened my posture and spoke firmly, recalling his earlier instructions. “King William Alaric Draycott of the Crescent Kingdom, I am willing.” His pride was evident in the way his eyes gleamed as he continued. “Will you solemnly promise and swear to govern the pack members of the Crescent Kingdom, of the human realms, and the other Territories of each Princess of alliance to any o

