Luis's POV
The academy hallways stretched endlessly before me, my footsteps echoing in the emptiness. I had declined my friends' invitation to join them this morning, craving solitude instead. My hands remained buried deep in my pockets as my thoughts churned restlessly.
Last night's events at the party still plagued my mind. The missed opportunities, the crushing realization, the persistent ache that refused to fade.
When I abandoned the human world to stand beside Jasmine, everything seemed straightforward. My father's final request had been clear: locate and safeguard King Toby's daughter. That mission had given my existence meaning, a solid foundation to build upon.
I never anticipated complications would arise.
My fantasies always featured a mate who embodied simplicity and gentleness. We would discover each other naturally, and harmony would follow effortlessly. No bewilderment, no suffering. Only tranquility.
