ISOLDE

My fingers trembled as I unfolded the letter. The wax had already cracked, and the paper was soft from travel. Both Rowan and Finnian kept their eyes on me, waiting, watching every flicker on my face as I began to read;

(Sister… I guessed this is where the moon goddess wanted to separate us. I never thought I would leave your side so soon, but I couldn’t turn away from my mate. He is my future, and I needed to know where my life was leading. As you always say… we can’t stay ...