Gray’s POV

I sat with Beta John, my thoughts circling Aurora even though she was no longer here. I found myself talking about her more than I intended.

“She’s stubborn sometimes,” I admitted, leaning back in the chair. “But she’s also gentle. She likes to cook, to work with her hands.

And despite everything, she still finds ways to smile. After what she went through, she still wanted to seek out witches to grow stronger.”

John’s expression softened. “She will make a great ...