Ivara’s POV Xlynor and Zoya had already begun walking toward the throne at the end of the hall, like royalty stepping into their rightful place. Which, unfortunately… they were. I swallowed nervously and followed the guard. The moment I stepped inside the hall, the scale of it hit me properly. It was enormous. The ceiling was incredibly high, with massive chandeliers hanging from it, each one glittering like a small constellation. It was then that I realized the hall was filled with so many people and even creatures other than werewolves. Everyone wore expensive clothing that screamed wealth and power. And every pair of eyes followed Xlynor as he walked. No one dared speak or move. It was like the entire room held its breath for him. I quietly slipped into a seat near the back where

