Ravena's POV
I looked at Lucien, my expression calm despite the frustration burning in my chest.
"Why on earth would he lie?" I asked steadily. "What does he stand to gain if he lies against her? Think, Lucien."
He opened his mouth, then closed it again. His brow furrowed as he processed my words.
"I..." he started, but the words wouldn't come.
"Kael has nothing to gain from lying," I continued, my voice unwavering. "He has already lost everything. His brother, his father, his pack's honour. What more could he possibly want except justice?"
"Revenge," Lucien said desperately. "He wants revenge. He wants someone to pay. And Astrid is an easy target."
"Is she?" I asked, tilting my head. "An easy target? She is protected by the kingdom. She has powerful allies. She has you. If Kael wa
