My body trembled as my eyes locked with Tracy's. I shouldn't be afraid, but the pressure she exerted and the memories of her trying to kill me made my courage waver.

Tracy grinned, probably thinking she could meet me and win.

"King Elijah! This woman doesn't deserve you!" Tracy shouted.

Elijah remained calm, his eyes shifting between Tracy and me. Meanwhile, everyone else in the room was muttering, visibly uncomfortable for Jeremy, who stood with the same calm expression as Elijah.

"And who deserves me?" Elijah asked Tracy.

Hearing his answer, Tracy was startled. "Obviously not her!"

"But Delilah is my mate," Elijah replied. "And you're out of line to...