Chapter 17 Everly
Chapter seventeen
Everly
When I open the door, Tristan and Kian stand there, both in their formal black soldiers’ uniforms. The gold and red dragon emblems on their chests shimmer in the low light, standing out against the dark fabric. This uniform marks them as elite members of the Unseelie Court Legion.
Their faces are unreadable, but I can sense the tension radiating between them. Something’s off, though they’re trying their best to mask it.
“Princess,” they greet me in unison, bowing slightly, their hands resting on the hilt of their swords.
I glance between them, my brows furrowing. “I thought Raiden was coming to get me,” I note, stepping out into the hallway with Nix perched on my shoulder and Zaria following closely behind.
Kian’s eyes flick toward Tristan, as if waiting for him to answer.