Vanya POV

I was sitting at my new office desk, sketching designs for my next jewelry collection, when the familiar warmth of my necklace began to glow against my skin. I looked around the empty workshop to make sure no one was watching, then touched the ancient pendant gently.

"Athena?" I whispered.

Her voice filled my mind immediately, strong and clear as always. "My daughter, I have come to warn you. Your enemies are plotting against you. Stay alert. The challenges ahead will test ...