Forged by Malice (Beasts of the Briar, #3)

by Elizabeth Helen

She tilts her head to look outside. “It’s beautiful, Kel.” Figuring enough time has passed to be safe, I gather her against me, and she molds perfectly into my arms. “Promise me something,” she whispers. “One day, you will show me your realm. Not just the ballroom or through these dreams. I want to see it all for real.” Sweeping the wet hair from her brow, I smile down at her. “I would love nothing more, my Rose. But I cannot promise you that. I do not even know when I will return.” Her smile falls, sadness flickering across her features. “I have to finish getting ready.” “Promise me something.” “Of course.” “Tonight, when you dance, look at the stars. Know that I’ll be looking at them, too, thinking of you.” She grazes my jaw with her fingertips. “Goodbye, Kel.” I blink and she’s gone, only rose-scented bubbles swirling around me.

Ughhh 😭😩