***Poppy*** His hand shot up, grabbing her wrist. She winced a little as he tossed it away from him. She stumbled to the side at how much force he used. I swear, he became taller as a low growl left him. His whole aura changed, and even I could feel it. I didn't want to shrink away like normal. I wasn't afraid of him, which was odd. I didn't feel threatened by him. "What right do you think you have to touch a member of the royal court?" I couldn't tell if he was growling; it sounded more like a snarl. I watched as my stepsister's face paled. She took a small step back, holding her wrist with her other hand, resting it on her chest. "Im sorry, I didnt mean." She scampered out, An arm wrapped around me from behind, pulling me back. I stiffen, "It's just me," Reggie says lowly next to

