Kael’s POV
Callum truly understood what Sienna and I had experienced. He was not protecting us only because he considered it morally right. Our story reminded him of his parents.
“No matter how dangerous the situation becomes, we will never ask you and your wife to leave,” Callum promised. “You are part of Livingston now.”
The assurance struck the fear I had been carrying for weeks. Sienna and I constantly worried that one more attack would make the town reject us. Callum must have recognised that fear and chosen to put it to rest.
“Thank you,” I said quietly.
“Kael,” he continued, using my real name, “I understand why you are hiding. You want to protect your mate and children, but you cannot hide forever.”
I looked away because I knew he was right.
“Eventually, you will have to fac
