Chapter 15 - Spring’s Renewal in Nightfall
With the traitors imprisoned and the northern borders secured, the kingdom of Nightfall entered an era of unprecedented peace and prosperity. The harsh winter gave way to a brilliant, blooming spring that swept across the valleys and painted the palace gardens in vibrant shades of gold and white.
Inside the royal nursery, Rowan and Rose were giggling as they chased a magical, floating ball of light conjured by Miriam, who had moved to the capital to serve as the royal family’s private healer.
Elara stood by the arched balcony window, watching them with a deep, contented smile. She felt a pair of warm, familiar arms wrap around her waist, and Cassian’s chin rested gently on her shoulder.
“Penny for your thoughts, my Luna,” Cassian whispered, pressing a soft kiss to her neck.
“I was just thinking about how far we’ve come,” Elara smiled, turning in his embrace to look up into his warm golden eyes. “From that freezing night in the rain, when I thought the world had ended... to this.”
“The world didn't end, Elara. It was just being reborn,” Cassian said softly, his voice thick with emotion. “I am the luckiest Alpha in existence to have been given a second chance by you.”
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“You better be,” Elara teased gently, though her eyes shone with absolute love. “Because if you ever let Allaric or anyone else hand you a forged document again, I’m taking the twins and moving back to Stonehaven permanently.”
Cassian laughed—a rich, booming sound that echoed through the room, drawing a curious glance from Rowan and Rose, who immediately ran over to tackle their parents’ legs.
