Lucian POV

Love…

Lust…

Mate…

Power…

Hate…

Betrayal…

I've grown up through all sorts of stuff. I've felt like the worst person ever, and I've felt incredibly proud of myself. People think I'm great and privileged, but they don't know I'm someone who's grown from all kinds of experiences.

After shutting my heart and myself off for so long, I've finally managed to solve the problem that's been haunting me.

"You ready, Ariel?" I needed to make sure Ariel would be by my side until the ...