moreA true mate… But to claim her would be to defy my father. He could already hear his father’s voice in a commanding tone.
A true mate… But to claim her would be to defy my father“One to lead, one to gather jewels, one to protect. That is how it must be. We have no other children, so you must each bear a burden.”
“One to lead, one to gather jewels, one to protect. That is how it must be. We have no other children, so you must each bear a burden.”And Rurik’s burden was living the rest of his long immortal life alone.
“Rurik, what’s the matter?” Charlotte asked, her brows knitting together.
“I…” Again, he was at a loss for words. Thankfully, Grigori and Madelyn returned at that moment.
“Sorry. Sometimes I get a little sick,” Madelyn said, her face still pale, but she was smiling. “I’m
