Queen Sophia

Sophia.

I am happy and shocked by the number of Lycans in the hall. Mateo takes my hand in his and walks me to the throne. He makes me sit before speaking to his people.

“I welcome you all,” he says as he begins. “I appreciate your presence. I’ve come to present you to my partner and your queen. She will rule beside me as the Lycan queen.”

I don’t expect people to accept me because I’m a wolf, but they prove me wrong. Even though we are different species and races, they howl gleefully and greet me.

“Welcome, Queen. All hail the queen.” They are all howling.

‘Take a look at it,’ Athena says. ‘This is our new family, and we must keep them safe.’

I am not asked to speak, but I rise from my seat to address them.

“I appreciate you all accepting me. I, Sophia Stewart, swear to keep you safe from the evil ones.” I’m still speaking when a voice cuts me off.

“How can you protect us, little girl?” she sneers. “Who do you think you are to protect us? A wolf wants to protect a Lycan. What