Kaida
The morning sun filtered through my curtains, casting a warm glow across the room as I got dressed. I had an appointment to get my nails done—a small thing, but I needed something to take my mind off everything that had happened yesterday. I glanced at my reflection in the mirror, trying to focus on the simple act of preparing for the day, but the memory of Kaelen’s face when he saw me at the beach was still fresh in my mind. I shook my head, determined not to let it ruin my morning.
Just as I was finishing up, there was a knock at the door. I paused for a moment before going to answer it, knowing instinctively who it would be. Bastian stood on the other side, his eyes filled with concern the moment he saw me.
“Kaida,” he greeted me, stepping inside without waiting for an invitat
