I stood facing the Lycan King, forcing myself not to show fear even with his army surrounding us.
I held onto Ethan, knowing I would do anything to get him out alive.
“Not everything you’ve heard about me is bad.” He said.
“Everything I’ve heard is.” I replied, and his eyes narrowed as Ethan squeezed my hand.
“My name is Alexander.” He said, brushing off the title.
One of his men stepped forward, but Alexander stopped him.
“Your father made us think you were nothing.” He said, studying me.
“But when I learned about your bond, I knew you were more.”
“Why would you want me as your Queen?” I asked.
“It’s fate, your mother was meant for my father, and now you’re meant for me.” Alexander said, stepping closer until Ethan blocked him.
“My mother, Nicole?” I asked.
“Our families are li
