Xavier's heart sank, a mix of confusion and hurt washing over him. He looked up at Selene, who had noticed his reaction. "What's wrong, Xavier?" she asked gently.
Xavier lay back down, the image of Astrid and Kellan burned into his mind. The photograph had shaken him, stirring a mix of emotions he struggled to sort through. He glanced at Selene, who had been watching him closely.
"Selene," he began, his voice tinged with confusion and hurt, "why would someone send this to me? What if... what if it's true?"
Selene reached out and placed a comforting hand on his arm. Her eyes, filled with wisdom and understanding, met his troubled gaze. "Xavier, I know how much Astrid cares for you. She would never betray you like this. This photograph, whoever sent it, is trying to sow doubt and discord
