DARIAN
The gates of Elvarim slammed open with a thunderous boom. My boots struck the stone paths like war drum as I marched through the heart of the capital, cloak billowing behind me. Guards and subjects alike scattered, startled by the raw fury in my eyes. My hands were clenched so tight my knuckles turned white. Every step vibrated with rage.
“You,” I barked, pointing at the nearest guard. “Summon the council, now!”
The guard stiffened. “At once, Alpha.”
I didn’t wait for confirmation. I was already storming ahead, my mind racing. I’d left Lyra behind, hours away from Elvarim.
I was going to tell the council what kind of person Lyra was. This was the last time she would ever lie to me or the council. I knew her game, I should have seen it coming.
When I reached the council chambe
