A REPLACEMENT FOR ALPHA KAEL
A warmth that pulsed in time with my heartbeat.
I focused on it, cautiously at first.
The connection sharpened.
A presence stirred, not fully formed, but aware enough to respond. The sensation stole my breath, tears pricking unexpectedly at the corners of my eyes.
It’s all right, I thought, unsure whether the thought could reach beyond myself.
The warmth steadied, pressing back gently, as though in answer.
Kael watched my expression change, concern flickering across his face. “What is it?”
“I can feel them,” I whispered. “Not words. Just… feeling.”
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