Hanleigh loves books more than nearly anything in the world; whether its reading them or writing them, Hanleigh just can't get enough. She's read more books than she can count and owns more books than some libraries.

Trust was a liberty that as Kumari, Bae could not afford, especially after the murder of Bae’s mother, the late Kumari.

The Kumari bloodline had to continue regardless of the cost, even if it was the life of someone she loved.

There were only two things that a Kumari should trust; magic and her seven mates.

The race was on for Bae to find and claim her seven mates before she had to defend her realm from an unknown enemy.

With them, she still might not win, but alone she would definitely fail.

Kumari's Kitsune

Armel took Bae's hand under the table as Ojo asked her cheekily how she had slept, causing yet another blush to rise on her cheeks.


"I slept well. Thank you, uncle," Bae replied as Armel squeezed her hand in silent support.


"Shame about the disturbance last night," Ojo told them. "How's your face, Armel?"


Bae was at a complete loss for how her uncle was able to keep a straight face. Everything he said seemed to be said with the intention of making them feel awkward. He was enjoying himself immensely.


"It's fine, thank you," Armel muttered.


Her uncle returned his attention to Bae. "Looking forward to your first Claiming?"


Bae was unsure how she was supposed to respond to his words. What was the polite thing to say?


"I'll be happy when my mate is mine," the words came automatically as if sparked by magic.


Armel chuckled in response to Bae's possessive tone.


Chapter 29: Feeling Nervous