MARGUERITE’S POV:
Soon after Prince Giannis gives me his permission to execute my mission, Queen Esther and her Gammas leave, allowing me and him to have some time alone to talk.
“I’m sorry that this has to happen,” I say.
Prince Giannis locks me in his arms, inducing his much needed warmth and comfort.
“Hey, don’t blame yourself.” He loosens his arms around my figure, then lifts my chin with his fingers so our gazes can meet. He adds, “There’s an entire battalion of Gammas and around ten Betas who are securing the territory of your former pack. They’ll be informed of your arrival and your participation in this quest. If you find out where that criminal has gone to or you see anything suspicious from any of your former packmates, tell it to anyone who wears the kingdom's badge.”
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