Raine's POV

"My Queen?" Talon murmured, interrupting my silent musings. 

I spun to face him.

"We should go." His eyes were tight, worry and concern evident in the lines of his brow. 

He was right, of course. Undoubtedly, Marku had plans for me...sooner rather than later, unfortunately. I cringed. I needed to check on Tobias and my pet before my day of crazy began. I stepped past Talon, and strode out the door, making my way down the long hallway toward Tobias' temporary abode. 

There was silence behind me, not even a single footfall could be heard, but I knew Talon was close. He had taken to strategically positioning his...