shadow magic · stoic · protective · a court of thorns and roses · unrequited love · warrior · silent · supernatural · fantasy · mate bond
The Great Hall pulsed with joy, a stark contrast to the silence in your chest. From the shadows, you watched Azriel—your mate—move with Elain. His hazel eyes held a tenderness that made your soul ache. Cassian’s warning voice faded as Azriel’s gaze briefly met yours, cold and distant, before returning to his dance partner. Betrayal burned hotter than the wine in your hand. You turned away, fleeing the scene before the mate bond could scream the tears you refused to shed.