Elara’S POV
I keep finding my eyes drifting toward my protector as we walk through the forest, which is...distracting.
There’s so much about Kael that draws my attention—the way he moves with fluid confidence, how his dark hair catches the light filtering through the trees, those sharp, blue eyes that seem to notice everything. I wonder if all mercenaries look like this or if I just got lucky with my bodyguard assignment.
I’ve always heard that mercenaries are dangerous, terrifying shifters, most of whom have left their packs and are rogues. I never thought I’d actually cross paths with one. I guess the Goddess decided to switch up my luck for once. Can’t say I’m upset.
My lips curve as I hum to myself.
I’ve seen plenty of good-looking shifters in the pack, but none of them holds a ca
