Maelis

“You know, when I said you’re interesting and I like them interesting, I never knew you could be even more,” Varrick said, stepping out of the elevator with me as the doors slid open. “But do you know what I like more, Lady Maelis?”

“And what would that be?” I asked, matching his pace as we walked onto his floor.

“Your courage,” he replied without hesitation. “I’ve known Lucian long enough to recognize him for what he is, an emotional robot, always acting like he’s this saint, powerful Alpha who always has everything under control. But seeing that crushing defeat on his face earlier…” he chuckled softly. “I must...