“What is your relationship with Aurora?” I dare to ask, trying to sound as nonchalant as possible. “She’s the moon spirit, I’m a knight of the wolf king, I keep her safe,” he says simply, placidly. The answer sounds practiced and void of sincerity. “I don’t covet her, if that’s what you’re getting at.” “No? You wouldn’t want to claim her and be king?” The words are as bitter as ash in my mouth. “I assure you, I’ve little interest in being the wolf king. It’s not a role with longevity.” I turn to study him. I can’t shake the feeling there’s more that he’s not saying. But I’m not going to pry.
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