Orion's POV

Ethan's words lingered like poison, spreading through my veins and reminding me that there were more eyes on my every move than I could afford to ignore.

Who could have thought I’ll be right back to the same position I tried fleeing from years back? I should have stayed back and fought. I should have made sure this matter was closed entirely, but I didn’t and now, we’re back to the topic.

A wedding. The idea was laughable, a desperate show meant to silence the board’s whispers and quell their meddling. But if this was the price of keeping them in line, I’d do it—at least on the...