Aarhea’s Point of View I stood quietly, staring at the folded parchment I had just pulled from under Jake’s mattress. My hands trembled, though not from shock, I already knew what they had planted. Still, I had to play the part. I opened the letter slowly. “My dearest,Our meetings give me more joy than any bond ever could. Aarhea will never know. You are the one I truly desire.” I let the words trail in the air, my voice cracking as if my heart was breaking. Behind me, Amara gasped loudly. “Oh, Goddess… Aarhea… no…” Logan stepped closer, his face full of feigned concern. “What is that?” I crushed the letter in my fist, forcing tears into my eyes. “It’s...” My voice broke. “It’s from Jake. To… to another woman.” I continued. Amara placed a hand on my shoulder. “I’m so sorry

