Book 4: Chapter 24

Maia

I talk my way through the hall, trying to find Vivian at the same. Then, discreetly I leave the hall when King Fenris is busy in heavy conversation with others speaking about the war.

I walk towards the staircase at the castle entrance when I hear Vivian’s voice call my name.

“Maia,”

“Vivian?” I say in return with excitement.

We hug each other, not wanting to let go.

“We need to go somewhere where we won’t be seen,” She says.

She takes my hand and leads me toward the lake.

“Maia, I need to tell you something,”

“You’ve met Damon?” I ask her.

“Yes, I have. I also know his beta Troy,” She says, blushing.

“Vivian?”

“Maia...the werewolves, they are not the enemy. King Fenris is the enemy. Damon, Troy and Zayden, I have met them all. Would you believe I had all three werewolves over for dinner at my house? Werewolves of all people!” She giggles in disbelief.

“Oh, and I’m Troy’s mate. He is such a gen