LIARA/ KIARA’S POV Walking back to the house with Asher by my side, I felt fear tighten its cold grip around my heart. Jonas’s cryptic warnings echoed in my mind, each word a haunting reminder of unseen dangers lurking in the shadows.My thoughts were a tangled web of suspicion and anxiety as I fell asleep that night in his arms. Who was orchestrating this chaos? Who could wield such influence over Jonas, a man who wouldn’t hesitate to betray his own brother, Asher? I had many questions but few answers.The fear of the unknown gnawed at me, but I knew I couldn’t afford to show any weakness. Not now, when life had given me a second chance.The next morning, after breakfast, I walked into our living quarters to find Asher greeting me with a warm smile, his eyes shining with mischief. My eyes narrowed as I ventured further into the room.“What’s going on?”“Kiara, I have a surprise for you,” he said, his voice barely containing his enthusiasm. “I’m throwing a party in your honor tonight