Kael shook his head, his gaze steady, his voice firm, pure conviction in every word.
"I found love, Luna Oriana. And this time, I'm going to hold on tight. Mate bond or not."
Everyone laughed, the sound warm and genuine, cutting through the tension that had settled over the room, pure relief and affection filling the space.
A knock was heard, and the door pushed open after, the other leaders walking in, their faces bright with relief that left no room for the earlier fear.
Liah quickly made her way to Jasmine and hugged her warmly, her arms wrapping around her with a fierceness that spoke of genuine fear and even deeper love, pure gratitude pouring through the embrace.
"Thank goddess you are fine. I couldn't imagine losing my one of a kind model."
"Seriously?" Seraphine asked with raised brows, her voice dry, pure teasing affection in the question. "Just because she's your model?"
