78. Fine Line

Airk’s pov

I can’t believe I just did that. I held onto Brax, hugging him tightly, feeling such relief.

‘This is how it’s supposed to be,’ Kael’s voice said.

‘You’re back! Did the ceremony work?’

‘No.’ Kael replied, and I could sense how weak he still was.

“Do I need to try again?’ I asked, unsure of what way I could help my wolf.

‘You need to heal, and so do I. I am not strong enough.’ Was all that Kael answered. Which didn’t give me much. Heal how?

‘I will explain everything one day. But I need to go back.’ Kael added, making even less sense.

‘Back where?’

Kael poured his love through the bond, ‘back to the Goddess. I am with her.’

Did that mean he’s dead? I mean, people only go to the moon goddess once they’re dead. So how can he be talking to me?

‘Kael?’

But he was already gone.

I moved back, looking at Brax. He stared at me, and I knew he must have felt Kael’s presence too.

“He told me he’s not strong enough yet, but he’s trying to come back. He’s with her….” I said