Celine POV
As the moon rises higher in the sky, I stand by Sebastian, my heart heavy but resolute. This night may have revealed treachery, but it also proved the strength of the bond we share—and the lengths we will go to protect each other.
“Dolton’s fine. He went inside with Jonathan. They’ve agreed to keep their distance for now.”
“He’s okay?” I ask again, needing reassurance.
“Yeah,” he confirms. “He’s just frustrated with himself for standing so close to the edge after Tatsuya had already threatened him. And annoyed that he made you break tradition. But other than that, he’s perfectly fine.”
Relief washes over me, and I relax into his arms. “I’m sorry,” I whisper. “I broke three traditions. I shifted without you, flew without you, and touched someone else.”
“Hey,” he says gently
