Chapter 21

Hazel’s POV

I tip-toed to the door, looking over my shoulder now and then. I took a deep breath before ducking into the room. Luckily enough, the room was larger, I quickly crouched behind the large statue.

Claus had his back to the door, listening to the figure next to him. Who was he talking to? I ducked behind the few more statues until I was close enough to hear them.

“…And the fae family refuses to accept my proposal?” Claus said, the figure shifted and I caught the glimpse of his profile.

“No, my lord.”

“They’re refusing to acknowledge they did anything wrong in the first place.” The man said slightly bowing his head.

Fae family? Why did it sounded like I’ve heard this name before.

“They’ve clearly did something. My brothers aren’t one to make false accusations.” Claus grumbled under his breath. His gigantic muscular arms crossed over his equally broad chest. Pinching the bridge of his nose, he sighed. “I