Chloe
My smile was frozen in place. I had not been prepared to have King Charles announce to a room full of Alphas and their dates that I was available and on the market.
When he finally turned to me, he gave me a gentle smile that crinkled his eyes. “I’m sure you have questions,” he said. “But we’re in the middle of the ball right now. We can meet in my study afterward and discuss anything you wish.”
I wanted to stamp my foot like a little girl and demand answers right now, but instead, I inclined my head regally. “Of course.”
His smile brightened. “Go have fun, Harper. Dance the night away with all the Alphas who so desperately want to win your favor.”
I rolled my eyes but accepted the soft command as it was intended. I spent the rest of the night dancing with every eligible bachelo
