“Wait, Yelena, there’s one more thing.” Valek summoned the courage. Would she reject his gift? “I want you to have this.” He showed her the butterfly pendant and necklace, then, without waiting for a response, he looped the necklace around her neck. “When I carved this statue, I was thinking about you. Delicate in appearance, but with a strength unnoticed at first glance.” His gaze met hers. Please be safe, love.
