The queen’s banquet is in full swing, with guests arriving from every pack. Nyssa planned the three-day-long celebration for the queen’s welcome, earning Syzar’s praise and swelling with pride at the extravagant display.
The Silver City’s guests arrived early—Chief Archon, Emorott, and, surprisingly, the Bluestone Pack alpha, Korak, who could not attend due to sudden illness.
His children came in his place: the second prince, Maverick, and Maeve, the king’s beloved daughter.
Xaden had been the first prince of the Bluestone Pack and Syzar’s best friend, but he died during the siege, leaving Maverick as the next heir.
Their entrance into the royal throne room stirred whispers. They stood proud, their dark brown hair and matching blue eyes unmistakably their father’s.
Maeve wore a sunflo
