Chapter 74 Tumble in the Garden

Alicia didn’t stay by the dungeon and instead was allowed to wander the gardens of the palace. The only time she’d seen the gardens was at Tom and Darci’s engagement, and that was only briefly. Now, while she waited for Rowan, she could enjoy them.

With her newfound powers, the ability to sense the emotions of plants, and possibly hearing their whispers, Alicia was soothed by their presence. The flowerbeds and trees were flourishing, and they were living well. It was clear without sensing their emotions that they were growing well.

The palace gardens couldn’t look untidy or poorly managed, especially when the rest of the palace was polished to perfection and opulent, proving to any guests that the werewolves were powerful and vastly rich.

With a contented sigh, Alicia sat on a bench surrounded by shrubbery and lifted her chin to feel the warmth of the sun on her features.

“I bet you’re real happy with yourself.” A familiar, snide, and annoying voice interrupted Alicia’s serenity.

“Oh,