Chapter 25

• On the day of the trial, Cain stands outside Cielo's room, observing her sleep. He isn't permitted to enter since Dr. Benson has her sedated for rest, not for pain. Her family, the council, and her friend, Jenny, keep disturbing her. Cielo is effectively the Alpha Queen without officially being one. She's remarkable, and she's his.
• "Do you want to go in and talk to her?" Jenny offers, joining him. "I can distract Dr. Benson if you want."
• Cain shakes his head, "I'd rather wait until I know whether I'm going to be executed. The less time I spend with her, the easier it will be on her wolf when Rajin passes."