Selene POV

Kael turned and walked away from the hall like he couldn’t bear to be in the same space as me for another second.

My chest tightened with something I didn’t want to name. Relief? Disappointment? I couldn’t tell anymore.

Sylvester’s hand found my elbow, his touch was gentle but firm.

“Wait for me here,” he said quietly, his white eyes following Kael’s retreating form. “I need to speak with him.”

Before I could respond, he was gone, following Kael ...