Celeste
I stood on the balcony in a white gown with my hair pulled up and my hands shaking.
Through the windows below I could see the throne room filling with people. Not the small gathering I’d imagined. Darien’s version of “small” apparently meant not inviting entire kingdoms. Half his court was still there.
Alec walked out and pulled me into a hug. “You’re sure this is what you want? I can steal you away.”
I smiled against his chest. Since my father couldn’t come, Alec was the one who would give me away. He was the one constant. The person who had caught me every time I fell.
“Wren, I need to tell you something.” His voice went careful. “I received word that I need to head back to Adonis. Just for a short while, to handle some matters. I promise I’ll come right back.”
I knew I was
