Tari stared at Adriana, her heart pounding.

"If you've been in your room..." she said slowly, "Then who is with His Majesty?"

Adriana frowned. "What are you talking about?"

Tari looked toward the King's chambers before turning back to her.

"The full moon rose early."

Adriana blinked in surprise. "It... what?"

"The King's howl shook the entire palace."

Understanding slowly dawned on Adriana's face.

"The full moon came tonight?"

Tari nodded. "The royal aide came to the King's Court a short while ago. He ordered Annie to

prepare a hot bath, healing balm, fresh bandages, and a restorative tonic for you."

"For me?"

"Yes." Tari hesitated. "He believed you had...