There was no denying the power of human strength. Surprisingly, I was beginning to appreciate it—something I never thought possible. But it wasn’t just the physical aspect that drew me in. No, it was because of my mate. Had I not been under the priestess’s spell, had I not been confined within this secluded chamber, perhaps I could have resisted what was about to happen. But I wasn’t. And now, I was allowing his lips to claim mine in a kiss I knew I would regret yet could never forget. A part of me was grateful. At least my first kiss belonged to the one destined for me. I never expected him to break through the walls I had so carefully built between us. I left the kingdom of Parsua Sartorias with unwavering resolve, believing it was the best decision for both of us. And yet, here I was

