Venessa’s POV
“He said Tyrell is on his side,” I continued, my voice low, controlled. “They plan to work on you to sway you to their cause. He’s given Jalisa three months to win Denzel over. If she fails, he intends to eliminate Denzel and seize control of the army through her.”
Rayon cut in immediately.
“Venessa, please,” he said tightly. “I know Denzel is your fated mate, and I know you’re angry with Jalisa but these are serious accusations.”
I shook my head, refusing to back down.
“Please, Rayon. I’ll be gone in a few months. I gain nothing from lying about this.”
He studied me, his brow furrowing.
“So Denzel wasn’t lying about the agreement between the two of you?” he asked.
I nodded.
The sadness that crossed his face was unmistakable.
“When were you going to tell me?” he ask
