Chapter 187

• He took a deep breath, trying to release the tight feeling constricting his chest. "Aekeira deserves to be with her sister. I can’t keep her here when there’s nothing for her."
• "Since everything with Gali—Emeriel—came to light, it's got me thinking." His friend moved closer, green eyes searching Vladya’s face. "Have you stopped to think that maybe—just maybe—Aekeira might be yours? Maybe your lost soul cannot recognize her, so there’s no trigger for her Syren traits. It might be why they are dormant. Have you ever thought of that?"
• A bitter smile twisted Vladya’s lips. "I have."