Valkyrie’s dethronement had caused quite a stir in the kingdom, spreading like wildfire. They opposed, now wondering if he would ever crown a Luna and bear an heir.
Some even speculated that the Lycans planned to keep werewolves beneath their feet… to the extent that whispers of wanting a new king had begun.
Rumors spread, accusing the King of incompetence.
Of course, those in favor of Valkyrie as Luna were the ones fanning the flames.
The king had expected this, but that didn’t mean he would choose a deceiver as his Luna.
"At this point, Alpha Toran," Pericles spoke as they settled into the room after the Royal Combat Trial, "I'm beginning to think the King might consider taking Arianna as his betrothed. If that happens, we're screwed—she's a woman of fire, not one we can manipulate.
