“I can go, too,” Slayton offered from behind them. He, Griff, Ares, and Violet’s parents stood around them to see Violet off. “I will gut you if you set foot in that carriage,” Roman warned. Slayton’s cat-like grin made Roman want to knock his teeth out. “No, you won’t,” the man retorted. Violet huffed and pointed at Slayton. “Stop antagonizing him.” She turned back to Roman. “And you, stop threatening my friend.” “Best friend,” Slayton added. Roman bristled. “I’m her best friend.” “Sorry, prince, I’m her best friend,” Griff goaded with a smile to match Slayton’s. Violet hiked her thumb toward
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