ADRIANNA’S POV

“The association?” I asked, glancing at them as I remembered Eric saying that word earlier in a hushed tone. “W…what’s that? Who are they?”

“The Association of Alpha Kings,” Coach Steele said, his voice carrying a weight that made the name sound almost foreboding. “They’re the supreme body that governs all Alpha Kings across the kingdoms. Every ruler is registered under them. They oversee everything—from laws, leadership, succession, and even punishment. Nothing happens without their knowledge or approval.”

“So… they’re the ones after us?” I said slowly, the puzzle pieces finally clicking into place. “The ones who plastered our faces everywhere and put that bounty on our heads?”...