Chapter 63 - The Unrepentant Witch

In the opulent courtroom, Aryana sat with a troubled heart. The large room, which is typically crowded with royal business and court proceedings, felt oppressive today. Though she made an effort to quiet her racing mind, the question of what her father and brothers would decide kept coming back to her. What had happened at the pleasure house? Leaning back, she tapped the edge of her armrest with her fingers, trying to divert her attention from the growing uneasiness. She started thinking about Ramin. After everything he had been through, his unexpected reappearance was nothing short of miraculous. She heard the faint sound of horses before her anxiety could get any worse. She got to her feet swiftly, recognizing the sound of hoofs approaching the castle. Aryana's heartbeat quickened as she realized that the royal banner will soon be seen. As her father, Alpha Kaveh, and her brothers arrived, she hurried to the big stone doors, moving quickly, and went outdoors. As soon as her fat