Vivian's Downfall

But as they grew older, Kael started going out more. They heard he had friends outside the pack, and that he'd even joined some sort of... Hunters organization. The rumors were vague, but one thing was certain: Kael became even more territorial, selfish, and heartless.

Reana's eyes refocused on Vivian, her gaze piercing. "And what, exactly, do you think belongs to Kael, Vivian?"

Vivian didn't answer that, "Among everyone, I liked you the most, Reana…"

"You mean, among your family?"

Vivian's eyes clouded over, a faint hint of sadness flickering across her face. "Yes... among my family," she repeated, her voice barely above a whisper. The words hung in the air, heavy with longing or something more.

Reana's gaze never wavered, her eyes boring into Vivian's as if searching for something hidden beneath the surface. "And it was mutual," she replied, her voice low and almost careless.