“Oh!” I grabbed the brown paper-wrapped box by the door and carried it into my bedroom. “Thanks. Have a nice night!”
Once I closed the door, I set the package on the bed and headed straight to the closet to change into my pajamas. Not bothering to hang my dress, I unzipped it with great difficulty and kicked it to a corner because I was feeling lazy. I did, however, place my crown on top of the dresser with great care. I grabbed one of Bash’s t-shirts that smelled like him and a pair of sweatpants. I stumbled into the bathroom, washed my face, and brushed my teeth before climbing into bed. I was so tired, I didn’t even attempt to unpin my hair from its bobby pin prison.
I reached for the package and untied the string, then unwrapped the brown paper around the box. There was no return label or anything, so I didn’t know who had sent it. I lifted the lid and gasped as I looked inside.
In the box was a yellow rattle with a white bow wrapped around it. My heart began to race and I wondered if this was Ophelia’s idea of a sick joke.
Underneath the rattle was a notecard. I pulled it out and flipped it open, reading the inscription.
Congratulations, Your Majesty.
The first trimester is always the hardest.
-A
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Also by Karina Espinosa
Mackenzie Grey: Origins Series (Completed)
SHIFT
CAGED
ALPHA
OMEGA
Mackenzie Grey: Trials Series (Completed)
From the Grave
Curse Breaker
Bound by Magic
Stolen Relics
Bloodlust
The Last Valkyrie Trilogy (Completed)
The Last Valkyrie
The Sword of Souls
The Rise of the Valkyries
From the Ashes Trilogy (Completed)
Phoenix Burn
Phoenix Rise
Dark Phoenix
About the Author
Karina Espinosa is the Urban Fantasy Author of the Mackenzie Grey novels and The Last Valkyrie series. An avid reader throughout her life, the world of Urban Fantasy easily became an obsession that turned into a passion for writing strong leading characters with authentic story arcs. When she isn’t writing badass heroines, you can find this self-proclaimed nomad in her South Florida home binge watching the latest series on Netflix or traveling far and wide for the latest inspiration for her books.
For more information:
www.karinaespinosa.com
