Prince Cassian I caught Peniel kissing my brother after she told me that she wants to be with me. I lifted my glass, the edge brushing my lips, when a voice interrupted me. "Prince Cassian," a woman purred, leaning close. Her fingers slid down my arm. "You look like you could use some company tonight." I looked at her briefly, her smile wide, eyes shining with interest. "Not tonight," I muttered, pulling my arm back. She blinked in surprise, then chuckled, undeterred. "Oh, come on, Your Highness. I promise I'm a good distraction." I set my glass down, my tone sharper than I intended. "I don't need a distraction." Another woman joined, her hand grazing my shoulder. "You're usually the life of the party, Cassian. What's got you so distant?" I closed my eyes, feeling the anger bubble

