Leticia’s POV “Your Majesty, I will accept your offer.” The words left my mouth before I could second-guess them. I don’t want to admit this, but what he said convinced me. He was right to call this meeting, because I made a decision based on all the information he gave me. The king, however, didn’t smile triumphantly. “Thank you,” he said quietly. “I know how hard this must have been for you. Lycans don’t have the best reputation, but at least that can keep you safe.” I looked down at the envelope still clutched in my hands—Kayden’s letter. I still had to open it and see what he wanted to say. “Now, before we can start all the papers,” He said, standing up to get something from his desk. When he turned his face, he smiled. “You can call me Konrad.” I gulped. It didn’t feel righ

