Alpha Kai
On top of the stone altar is a long, braided red cord.
Kaede holds out her hand for us to come towards the altar, and when we get there, she turns them palm up. When we put our hands in hers, I notice the sky darkening and feel desire jolt through my entire body.
“Today is a day to celebrate the mate bond between Kai and Caterina, chosen by the Gods to become one. They are two people who are the halves of a whole. Two souls, coming together to form one being; two hearts, beating in a single rhythm.” Kaede says aloud, looking towards us with her blind eyes but seeing everything simultaneously.