A Few Moments Earlier…
Selene walked briskly down the corridor, her heels clicking sharply against the floor. Her mind buzzed with fury after witnessing Damian's focus on Evelina during breakfast.
His indifference to her was bad enough, but to chase after that woman? It was unacceptable.
She clenched her fists, her sharp nails digging into her palms. "If he won't see reason, then I'll make him," she muttered under her breath, her mind returning to the small vial hidden in her chambers.
The potion she had acquired not long ago was her solution—a sure way to deepen Damian's bond with her and secure her place as queen.
Reaching her chambers, Selene shut the door behind her, moving quickly as she pulled the vial from its hiding spot within a jewelry box. The liquid inside shimmered faintly, a faint purple hue swirling as she tilted it.
Selene smiled coldly. "He'll have no choice but to see me now."
