Hannah’s POV
The Walk Through the Palace
My heart still hadn’t slowed down.
Even after their words.
Even after their reactions.
Even after hearing Kael call me beautiful.
It still felt unreal.
Like I was standing inside someone else’s life.
Not mine.
“You should bring the wrap,” Tianna said gently behind me.
I turned slightly, watching as she lifted a soft, dark shawl from the table.
The fabric looked expensive.
Smooth.
Elegant.
Too elegant for someone like me.
“For the night air,” she added.
I nodded slowly.
“Thank you.”
She stepped closer and placed it carefully around my shoulders.
Her movements were gentle.
Careful.
Like she was handling something fragile.
For a moment, neither of us spoke.
Then she smiled faintly.
“You look ready.”
Ready.
That word again.
It
