Leo's patience snapped.
The power in his voice sent a tremor through the air. “You have no idea who you’re speaking to! I am the Alpha King. She is my mate. How dare you harbor feelings for the Queen of our realm?”
Connor’s expression faltered, his eyes flickering with something unreadable. Then—
Leo’s golden irises darkened, flashing with raw power.
Connor’s wolf recognized it.
A shudder rippled through him. His wolf whimpered, instinctively bowing its head. Leo stepped closer, his voice a deadly whisper.
Realization struck him like a bolt of lightning. This was it.
This was why his wolf instinctively bowed whenever Leo spoke. This was why his body yielded despite the Alpha blood running through his veins.
The truth settled in his bones, heavy and unshakable.
‘So this
