Chapter 66. A Test of Loyalty

Anastasia POV

Rowan's piercing blue eyes scrutinize me intensely, causing discomfort to ripple through my entire body. The spacious office, with its large window overlooking the castle's flowered courtyard, brightens as the sun breaks through the clouds. Sunlight streams through the glass, casting patterns of light and shadow across the polished stone floor and luxurious furnishings, creating a stark contrast to the palpable tension in the air.

"Do you know what your mate has done to my people?" Rowan suddenly questions, standing in front of me with arms crossed. His imposing presence creates an intimidating atmosphere, and I feel small and defenseless before him, instinctively taking two steps back. Muscles ripple beneath his finely woven linen shirt, and the cold gleam in his eyes sends a shiver down my spine. "He attacked my crops, my animals, cut off my water source. But that wasn't all he did. Your mate, King Ethan, slaughtered over twe