“Alec,” she called.
A chill ran down my spine, feeling more real here than when we were in the Moon Goddess realm. Even now, I still don’t know why she calls me that, although the name suits me.
I didn’t respond to her call, nor did I move an inch from where I stood. Her cold gaze softened.
“Oh, mate. Don’t you remember anything?” she whispered.
For some reason, her question made me feel guilty and sad. Ester, dressed in a white evening gown made of delicate, semi-transparent silk—something I’d have to thank Lucien for choosing, as it made my mate look perfect—laid her head on my chest and let out a quiet sob. Meanwhile, I was still stunned, not even able to return her embrace.
She pulled her head back slightly to look at me, then gave a sad smile. Her tear-filled eyes made my heart f
