CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR 

MELISSA 

I watched as the guards poured out onto the streets, terrifying people as they went in their numbers. 

They were definitely going to line the borders in preparation for a war. My fingers trembled causing the wine in my cup to tilt. Then, I ran a hand through my hair, sighing. I had to do something fast enough. Whatever Darius' punishment was, it was definitely something strong enough for Alpha Liam to think of attacking. 

I shuddered, thinking of Jake's words. Two days— I had only two days, else two Kingdoms would attack. It wouldn't be pretty. 

Walking out of my room, I thrusted my glass into...