Chapter 68

Valerica's POV

Alpha Gideon summoned me to his tent.

On the pine-wood table sat a weathered mug; a steaming cup of coffee was pushed toward me, the rising vapor blurring my vision.

I caught the scent of moonflower.

Taking a sip, the bitter coffee slid down my throat. Here, on the austral border, such a hot drink was a rare luxury.

"You considered killing her just now," Gideon said suddenly.

His vo