Chapter 78

Ruby’s POV

Indeed, rumors had circulated that the real werewolf king survived the slaughter of his family and now sought to reclaim his throne. The king had been restless, but no one had dared to speak out so boldly. The werewolf king killed anyone who dared to utter such claims.

“Did you hear something, Luna?” Both Luna Mira and I leaned closer, eager for information. I never liked that king; no one did. He was crude and often brought women to his castle as gifts for his friends and allies. He was a lustful man who was neither a good nor a fair leader.

“Well, today is—”

“Luna Erica, please,” Charlie gritted her teeth, tugging at Erica’s arm. Erica winced and glared at her, then looked back at me, as if she wanted to answer, but suddenly an arm wrapped around my shoulder. I turned to look up at the stranger. A smile spread across my lips as I met Jay’s eyes. He looked good, but there was a sadness in his gaze.

“Hello, ladies. You all look exquisi