Chapter 98

　　“Yes,” he was pleased I had made the connection. “Each prince will inherit a court. It is not officially declared, but it is widely known that Akyran will inherit the Dark Court, and Rivyn the Light. It is why Rivyn was free to take Siorin as his wife although she is a halfling. Akyran will not have the same luxury. His wife will need to be fully of brethren. The Dark Court will not tolerate a halfling queen.”

　　“Poor Akyran,” I said. “If his heart decides otherwise.”

　　“He cannot afford for it to do so,” he agreed. “But Akyran has long held a clear preference, and her family is of good standing and fully Fae, so the restrictions do not bother him overmuch.”

　　“Akyran was not pleased when Rivyn spoke.”