Aria's POV
With the project finally complete, I decided it was time to travel overseas to visit my father in Asterfell. I packed a small bag for Elona and booked our tickets.
If my father's health allowed, I wanted to bring him home so he could see the rebuilt Grayson land with his own eyes. Noah insisted on coming along for protection.
The airport was crowded with travelers rushing in every direction. Elona held one of my hands while Noah carried our luggage. Soon, we were on the plane.
The flight had barely settled into cruising altitude when Lydia stirred. Someone familiar is here.
I frowned. Who?
Before she could answer, a scent reached me.
It was Ryder.
I looked across the aisle.
He was leaning comfortably in his seat, watching me with an infuriatingly amused smile.
"Oh," h
