The Wraith King (The Rise of Northgall, #1)

by Juliette Cross

“How do I hold on?” she asked, glancing over the edge nervously. “You can hold onto me if you like.” That earned me a fierce look. Mmm. I wanted more of that.

“This news will be spread everywhere. If they think me monstrous, so be it. But all will know the consequences to anyone who dares touch what is mine. That goes for my land, my property, and you.”

“I swear upon Vix himself, I will keep only one mate—my mizrah. For as long as I draw breath, there will only be you.” He held me tighter, eyes slipping closed as he whispered, “Only you.”