Semua Bab Lilly Riverwood and the Moon Rose Ritual: Bab 81 - Bab 90

Emerald squeezed her sister's hand, recognising the effort this concession required. "That's all anyone can ask. And your offer to finance the new violin, that was a good start toward making amends." "It felt right," Amali acknowledged. "Especially now, knowing what I know." As dawn approached, casting pale light across the Riverwood territory, Amali made a decision that surprised even herself. She would not simply back away from her pursuit of Kenny—she would actively help protect the secret of the triad bond until the time was right for it to be revealed. The darkness in her dream had been too real, too threatening to ignore. If standing aside was what it took to prevent that future from materialising, then she would do it, no matter the cost to her pride. 

The phantom sensation pulsed with a sudden warmth that spread up Lilly's arm and settled in her chest. The hybrid violin seemed to respond to this energy, its tone becoming even richer as she continued to play. Through their bond, she could sense Kenny and Axel moving closer, drawn by the music that connected them. A soft knock interrupted her playing. Luna Harmony entered, her expression gentle but serious. "That was beautiful, sweetheart," she said, closing the door behind her. "The new violin suits you remarkably well." Lilly carefully lowered the instrument. "It feels like I've been playing it for years, not hours. There's something... special about it." "More special than you know," Luna agreed, taking a seat beside her daughte

The three mates exchanged glances, the phantom sensation conveying their shared thoughts more efficiently than words. This unexpected development could solve one of their most pressing challenges: finding ways to strengthen their bond through music without drawing unwanted attention. "That's actually a very practical solution," Axel admitted, his initial wariness giving way to strategic appreciation. "Anyone questioning why Kenny and I spend time with Lilly would have to contend with your presence as a safeguard against impropriety." "Exactly," Amali confirmed. "And given my... previous interest in Kenny, no one would suspect I'd willingly facilitate anything inappropriate between him and my younger cousin." The irony of this arrangement brought a small smile to Kenny's lips. "From adversar

Allischa turned to find Luka leaning against the wall further down the hallway, his expression knowing. "Just wanted to welcome Axel properly to our territory," she replied smoothly. "Is he around?" Luka's smile held a hint of amusement. "He's in the music room with Lilly and Kenny. Practice session for the competition." "Lilly's competition? Why would the Blackthorn heir be involved with that?" Allischa asked, genuine confusion replacing her practised charm. "Part of the exchange program's cultural component," Luka explained, pushing away from the wall. "Axel's father thought it would demonstrate Blackthorn's support for Riverwood traditions. Amali's supervising." 

Axel made his way toward the Blackthorn guest quarters, his mind working through the new complication of Allischa's interest. The phantom sensation pulsed steadily, telling him that Lilly and Kenny were moving further away but still connected. The stretching feeling was indeed less uncomfortable than it had been yesterday, their bond strengthening with each hour spent together. He needed a strategy to navigate this situation with Allischa while also building relationships with the other Riverwood family members. As the future Alpha of Blackthorn, diplomacy came naturally to him, but this situation required particular finesse. A solution presented itself as he rounded the corner and nearly collided with Clay Riverwood, Lilly's nineteen-year-old cousin. Clay was carrying several leather-bound volumes that looked ancient and heavy.