Peniel
I barged into the den, my pulse racing as soon as I spotted Selene standing dead center, her gaze locked on me. I swallowed the fear rising in my throat, determined not to show it.
"Did you do that to Prince Cassian?" My voice came out steady, but my insides were a mess. I couldn't let her know I was scared.
Selene lifted an eyebrow, a faint smirk playing on her lips. "That's the—"
"We were supposed to sabotage Prince Lucian first," I cut her off, desperation creeping into my words. I couldn't help it.
Her smile widened, cruel and knowing. "Oh? So, does this mean you actually like that golden boy?" She let out a laugh, a sharp, mocking sound. "Don't forget, he does whatever he wants without even listening to his father's orders anymore, and happened to satisfy his father.” Her
