“Trust me, the word ‘Ruthless’ attached to his name is not for show.” Arianna pressed her lips together as she paced in her room. The scene—the blood, screams, cries of pain, and sheer gruesomeness—all at once flooded her mind. Yes, she had known Duncan to be ruthless, but witnessing it tonight felt… strange. She didn’t know if she should be terrified or intrigued. Her emotions were jumbled. Now her mind drifted to Selene, the head maid who had disguised herself in the palace for twenty-one years under the King’s nose, hiding so many secrets. They were both Ouroboros. Enemies of the Lycans centuries ago. However, Arianna's case was different—she was his mate. But Selene? Her situation was entirely different. Could she be getting tortured? Oh, she needed to see her. Then there was N

