Gael's pov. I used a moment to stare up at the tall building from the car, the palace, knowing what was awaiting me in there. My eyes narrowed. I didn't expect the King to directly take Ryan from me. It was fine if he had sent someone to assassinate him to keep him from talking but saving him and allowing him to live was so out of character. Is Ryan that much of an important card to him? Or was he beginning to feel afraid... and perhaps hasty? “Is she back home?” I sent a mind link to Nick who replied immediately. “We're almost there. Do what you need to do and I'll keep her safe.” I trusted Nick and if he had made that kind of promise, then I knew he would do everything to keep her safe. The King was a cunning man, and making me travel all the way here sounded like the perfect op

