More Than a Distraction

One week.

It had been an entire week since she last saw Arwan, and his absence was increasing her fear with each passing day. Despite his promise to never stop loving her, Seraphina was scared that she was losing him.

He had not only left the castle, but had also shut off the bond between them. She couldn't sense him, could no longer feel his emotions, and it felt like she was being punished.

She tried to her best to look normal in front of everyone, but despite the smile she always put on her lips, it barely seemed to be working. The other three knew exactly how broken she was feeling and while the other people around her were clueless about everything that transpired, they had sensed that something was off.

Kethan was always there for her in the castle and even when she visited the vineyard. He was his usual charming self and his company eased her mind a lot. Lucian's closeness and his understanding was also what was keeping her moving forward.