Azlynn’s P.O.V.

The ground below me shook as I leaned against the wall, hearing Alicia’s absurd speech. She continued without any hesitation.

“I haven’t seen any case of one-sided marking in the mate-bond. Azlynn is depriving King Xavion of his basic rights. So, scaring her was the only method left.

But now it seems that we have miscalculated her daring. She didn’t mark him, despite the terrifying story of the late Vampire King.”

The sudden stab of betrayal brutally tore my insides apart, making me wince in pain. I didn’t know whether to scream or cry after seeing the true face of my so-called friend. Instead of understanding my situation,...