The hallways of ElderGlow Academy were always filled with students, but today, none of that mattered to Damon.
He walked in silence, his fingers intertwined with Anaya's, feeling the warmth of her hand against his own. It was a simple gesture, yet one that held unspoken emotions between them.
Romantic relationships between students weren't forbidden, but the academy had its rules. Only Year Two students and above were allowed to openly acknowledge their relationships. The academy was a place meant to train warriors, not nurture love.
But right now, Damon couldn't care less about the rules.
Anaya walked beside him, her steps light, her face radiant. She looked completely healthy, as if the past few days had been just another routine. But Damon? His body told another story.
