Marcus was getting overprotective about Lara. He didn't want anyone to see that he had found his mate. He was worried that if he left her alone even for a minute, she might end up in harm's way. Even though Lara was a half fae, her magic was only just now showing. What happened with Morava may not happen again? His possessiveness was at an all-time high. After finally finding his mate after centuries of denial, how could he take the chance? There was danger lurking in every corner of the palace. The threat of the High Priest of Cetus needed to be dealt with.

Glancing at her chain, the...