They Wanted the Alpha King. I Wanted His Gamma. Episode 4
Episode 4 · Mara Ashford, Adrian Hale, The Gamma on the Northern Frontier
Episode 4 recap: The West Court
Adrian seals the mating pact with Mara's father over a winter grain treaty. Adrian tells Mara there is no rush to mark her. Mara moves into the ruined West Court, where she meets Finn and Ivy. She orders them to clear the courtyard weeds for her own plans.