The moment the chamber door shut behind them, Lyria straightened.
Her fainting vanished as though someone had flipped a switch.
She grabbed Kaden’s hands and laughed breathlessly, pulling him into a tight embrace.
“It worked,” she whispered excitedly. “They believed it.”
Kaden smirked, hugging her back. “Of course they did. Father is gone. The pack is already shaking.”
But suddenly, Lyria stiffened.
She pulled away, her smile faltering as fear crept into her eyes. She began pacing the room, wringing her fingers.
“The healer,” she muttered. “What if she examines his body? What if she finds something strange?”
Kaden caught her shoulders firmly, forcing her to look at him.
“Enough,” he said calmly. “You’re safe. I won’t let anyone touch you. No one will dare accuse the Luna while I’m
