Amara found herself lost in Ethan’s gaze as he stood before her, a warm smile playing on his lips. Her heart raced, and a faint blush crept onto her cheeks, a telltale sign of the emotions stirring within her. She tried to maintain her composure, not wanting to reveal the effect he had on her, but it was a futile effort. Before she could gather her thoughts, Ethan introduced the unexpected addition to their gathering. “Oh! Sorry about the unexpected turn-up of my brother. This is Alrond, Alrond, this is Amara Morgan.” Amara’s eyes shifted to the young man standing beside Ethan, who introduced himself as Alrond. His lips curled into a charming smile as he spoke, and his words took Amara by surprise. “She is exactly the way you described, with such beauty. No wonder you won’t shut up about

