"It's about time you came out." The head guard said. "Queen Irya is going to be furious." "Then she can stay furious," I said. "I deserve to know my people. Since when has making friends been such a bad thing?" The guard glared at me, and I glared right back. "I suggest you stop looking at my mate like that." Alessio growled. "If you care about your life, that is." The guard looked at Alessio, then back at me. I smirked at him. I dare him to do or say something. I fully support Alessio killing him. I bet he was involved in some of the beatings that Bay received. Fu.cking bas.tard. I saw the guard's jaw tick. He turned around, in the direction of the castle. Then he started to walk. "Queen Irya has been anxiously awaiting your return. Let's go." He stated with no room for argument. W