Aria’s POVThe evening was silent, a low breeze caressed the borders of the chamber, shaking the thin shutters and bringing scents of the city I had once known. Helena snuggled inside as I sat on the edge of the bed, her warmth stabilizing me. Kallos was still across the room, watching, silent yet present, patient in that way only an Alpha could be. Though small but certain, the thread between us hummed softly, determined, living, and I could feel its tug even now. I said in a whisper, my voice low, cautious, "About Eden. About… all that happened before this." Helena twitched, and I felt a faint throb of her acceptance under my palm. Kallos only nodded once, eyes black and intent, and neither moved nor spoke. There was just a presence, not judging. It was odd, this peaceful understanding, this careful waiting. Letting the stress melt only enough for me to speak, I took a breath and let it settle into my chest. I started, uncertain at first, "I was born into it, wealth, the position
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