Ciara's POV

It seems like Maya and Oliver have moved forward in their relationship, and I’m genuinely happy for them. I know how serious Oliver is about her, he’s a good man, and Maya deserves someone like that. I’m happy too.

Wade is dependable and strong, the kind of man I never realized I needed. Being with him has shown me just how different he is from Jace.

With Jace, I was just a plaything, nothing more than a challenge he was determined to conquer. That was why he pursued me so ...