TwelveA soft, fragrant wind caressed Kai as he walked along the Ashley River toward the park. Lucifer hadn't been home, and while Kai had promised Te he would return if Luc was still absent, he found himself walking the boulevard instead, deciding to go hunting with the hope that it would take the edge off until Luc got back. He also needed time to think, as his actions in the past day had entangled him in situations with no simple solutions.
There hadn't been an occasion in centuries when he wished he could turn to his master for guidance, until now. Aram had had the ability to navigate the conundrums of life with a facility that eluded Kai. His convictions had streamed out of every pore as if merged with his very essence. Kai was clumsy and inadequate in comparison. Taking responsibilit
