Mated To Rival Kings

CHAPTER THIRTY-EIGHT

Raven's POV

The night air was crisp and cool, a welcome change from the sweltering fever that had ruled my body for the last three days. My heat was finally over, and I felt much better—clear-headed and light. I stayed out late in the beautiful gardens, surrounded by the scent of night-blooming flowers and damp earth.

With only the moon providing light, the garden looked like something out of a dream. I knew the Kings were supposed to be released by now, but I felt too lazy to move. I was perfectly content lying on my spread-out blankets, watching the stars.

Then, the wind shifted.

I caught a scent that didn't belong in this territory. It was the smell of crushed grapes and bitter olives. My heart skipped a beat as I sat up. Gary.

I was in total shock. Gary shouldn’t be anywhere near