Ava’s POV:

I jolt awake, gripped by fear, but relax when I realize Puna is watching over me.

"Another dream?" Puna asks, stretching while scanning the area to make sure we're alone.

I look through her eyes but stay quiet.

"We should talk," she says. "I want to know why I woke up early from my sleep."

I know I need to tell Puna, even though it's hard. It's the main reason I hate the idea of having a mate - or more accurately, ...