{CAROLINE}
We were too weak. Too fragile. Too insignificant to form our own Covens.
"And why," I asked slowly, "would I attend a gathering full of bloodsucking vampires?"
Morgana chuckled. "Considering you already belong to Lord Vladimir, it's only natural you attend at his side."
"Like I care and I don't belong to him or anyone else."
"Oh?" Her smile sharpened. "Then perhaps we should extend the invitation to your friend instead."
My heart dropped.
"You know," she continued lightly, "the unshifted wolf. No arcane. No claws. Iris, was it?"
My thoughts went dark. "Leave her out of this," I hissed.
She shrugged. "Your choice. Attend the party… or we invite her. I'm sure everyone would enjoy her blood."
My nails dug into my palms.
I took a slow breath, forcing calm into my voice. "Fine. I'll attend. But you will leave Iris alone."
Morgana's eyes gleamed with triumph. "Of course."
