Chapter 70

Ethan’s POV “We’ll need to figure out which of the Denali Islands may be used by our enemies,” I said, meeting with James and Talon in private. “Ethan, how are you going to do this? Romero may be cunning, but he’s not stupid,” James asked. I turned to the King with a smirk. “Your Majesty, didn’t you want me to marry Madalynn? I will—in one month.” James stroked his chin, as if trying to understand my true intentions. “Very well. I’ll have the announcement out this afternoon.” I knew my decision probably didn’t make Talon super excited, but he didn’t say much in front of the king. “Ethan, why—” Talon chased me out of the meeting room. I turned to face him, and my words were cold. “Because I need Madalynn to come to me.” He paused for a moment, and I gave him my command. “Tell the guys to get ready for some action.” Madalynn’s voice rang from the other side of the door. “Ethan!” I walked over and opened it. She was wearing subtle makeup, her perfume wasn’t as strong as usual, and she act