CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THREE – IT’S NO LONGER SAFE

Cassie grew stronger and more confident in her abilities. She learned to control her transformations a bit. One day, as they were finishing up a particularly grueling training session, Cassie broached a subject she'd been avoiding. "Maxwell, do you think... do you think I'll ever see Florian again?" Maxwell paused, considering his words carefully. "I can't say for certain, Cassie. But I do know this: the bond between mates is strong. If you and Florian are truly meant to be together, fate will find a way." Cassie nodded, trying to hold onto hope. "I just wish I could explain everything to him. Make him understand that I never meant to deceive him." "I know," Maxwell said softly. "And perhaps one day you'll have that chance. But for now, we need to focus on keeping you safe and continuing your training." Cassie agreed, but her heart ached for Florian. As she retired to her room that night, she found herself staring out the window, wondering where he was and if he was thinking of h