The sky was clear, and the chirps of birds echoed. Everyone was up and about, but a few lingered longer on the bed, holding on to the fragile dance of a dream. A court session was in a few hours, and the royal family had to attend as a whole.
Elias and Rowan got ready. Despite the cold shoulder Elias gave him, Rowan stayed close. Kelly's death and the Snowdale Pack were one place he dared not interfere with—not only for his sake but for that of the people.
While he had gotten some recent disturbing news, the recent discovery related to Elias's background was still unknown to Rowan... at least, that's what Elias knew. He was angry and had not told him.
But who said Rowan had no idea? Rowan knew more than he was letting on. Those by his husband's side were loyal to him, but they could place their lives on the line at Rowan's command.
