The night’s revelations lingered heavily in the air, like an unwelcome shadow cast by the moonlight. Even as the comfort of my mates’ presence surrounded me, my mind churned with unease. Their unwavering support had given me strength, but it also opened the floodgates to memories I had long tried to bury. Memories I would now have to face if we were ever going to find the truth about my bloodline—and save them from whatever danger loomed.
As I lay awake in the quiet of our chambers, Herra’s voice echoed softly in my mind. We need to start digging, Xena. The answers won’t come on their own. You’ve taken the first step by telling them. Now it’s time to find what’s been hidden.
I turned to look at Theo, his arm draped protectively over my waist as he slept, his expression peaceful despite t
