Lilith pov

Dravena’s voice suddenly filled my mind, sharp and clear. The world in front of me flickered, and I saw her sitting at the edge of her throne, posture rigid, eyes serious, lips drawn into a deep frown. Her aura thickened the air around her, heavy and oppressive, nothing like her usual teasing self.

This time, she looked annoyed.

“What?” I asked, my eyes narrowing.

“He knows you have a wolf,” she snapped, her voice almost a growl. “And he wants to see if you will use me again, like last time. He’s baiting you. Betting that I will come out and confirm his suspicions.”

She clicked her tongue...