-Cecilia-
I drove back to the castle, determined to sever my connection with Lucian so I could finally be free of him and return to work. Work was really all I had, and I was content with that. I didn’t want a mate, and I was now going to prove it.
He was the reason why I had clashed with Lara, and I feared she might not accept me back right away. I had to demonstrate to her that I was serious when I said I didn’t want a mate. I wouldn’t be like her and give in. I would reject Lucian, despite the pain I knew we would both feel.
I parked among the many cars before approaching the imposing doors. I hesitated, unsure if I should knock, but then the door swung open, and out came the queen.
She seemed poised for a run, flashing me a smile and leaving the door ajar. I took it as an invitatio
