*Kieran*
The moment her lips brush against mine, a surge of warmth floods through me. Relief washes over me like a wave… Ariella is back, safe, and vibrant. I’ve never felt so grateful to see someone. Her eyes sparkle with a light that feels otherworldly, and I can’t help but pull her closer, wrapping my arms around her waist as if to shield her from the chaos she has no doubt just navigated.
But then the weight of her words truly crashes down on me. A demigod? My mate is a demigod? A part of me swells with pride, but another part of me feels a tightening knot of anxiety in my gut. Trials? Taming the beast? What does that even mean? What should we expect?
“What does it mean?” I ask, my voice steady but my heart racing. This isn’t just a journey for Ariella anymore; it’s ours, and I can’
