Autumn

　　Ethan and I had reached a point of acceptance in our relationship, and I had overcome my earlier apprehensions. It was time to acknowledge my feelings for him instead of dismissing them as a distraction. Despite the plans I had made with Jared, I knew where my heart truly lay.

　　Currently in the chamber, Ethan and I deliberated over our next steps, pondering what to do about Mary and Lily, who were still locked in the dungeon below.

　　"Tell me," I ...