Chapter50: Love reinforced

KELLY THOMPSON'S POV  As we walked back towards the palace together, my strides matched his, every inch the Luna Queen ready to defend her realm with tooth and claw. Our hands found each other's, a silent vow renewed amidst the shadows of looming conflict. The twilight cast elongated shadows across the training grounds as Jason and I settled upon a weathered stone bench, our breaths now calm after the day's exertions. The air was cool, whispering through the trees that bordered the palace, their leaves rustling like quiet spectators to our intimate debriefing. "Kelly," Jason began, his voice carrying the weight of experience and the softness reserved for moments like these, "you've shown remarkable progress today." I nodded, allowing myself a moment to bask in the warmth of his approval. "However," he continued, his gaze steady upon my face, "never forget the delicate balance we must maintain. Our powers are vast, but without control, they can be our undoing." "Yes, I understand." My r