The morning light filtered through Kimi's bedroom window as reality crashed down on her like a cold wave. Last night had changed everything. She had finally admitted to herself what she had been fighting for so long - she was still desperately in love with Kolton.
But loving him was a luxury she could not afford.
Her commitment to another had been forged years ago during the darkest days of the war. Those bonds could not be broken simply because her heart yearned for someone else. She was trapped between what she wanted and what honor demanded of her.
Olive and Rylie sat across from her in the living room, their knowing gazes making her feel exposed. They understood her dilemma without her having to explain a single word.
Something suddenly clicked in Kimi's mind as she remembered Kolton's words from the night before.
"Hold on," Kimi said, her eyes widening as she looked between her two friends. "Kolton mentioned mates last night. Does that mean Brennan and Alvin are yours?"
