John
I open my eyes, realizing the pain has stopped. I see the sad face of Hecate. It was as though she felt sorry for me. “Please tell me what’s going on,” I say. “Well, my dear John, you experienced the pain of your mate shifting for the first time. I’m sorry that you had to feel that; however, the good news is it’s a sign that your bond is growing. I am happy I have been showing you glimpses of her these last few years.”
“Is she OK?” I ask. “Yes, she’s fine now. She and Akira are on their first run now. I brought you here to explain what you were experiencing and let you know you’re about to meet her for the first time,” she states. “What? How is that possible?” I asked. “Well, John, it won’t be in person, but it will be here in the dreamscape.”
“Poor Asteria will probably be conf
