Mason POV
The moon hung low in the sky, its soft light bathing the McKinnley estate in a gentle glow. Mason stood by the edge of the garden, his thoughts a whirlwind of emotions and contemplation. The events of the past weeks had been nothing short of tumultuous, yet amidst the chaos, he found solace in the quiet of the night.
He leaned against a sturdy oak tree, its branches swaying slightly in the breeze. From this vantage point, he could see the sprawling grounds of the estate, each shadow and glimmer under the moonlight telling a story of its own.
The revelation of Alex and Riley's heritage weighed heavily on his mind. He had always known they were special, but learning about their parents—their legacy as Guardians—had opened a door to a world he had never imagined.
"I didn’t sign
