Kayla & Nicholas
Kayla
The morning sun seeped through the canopy of trees as I jogged along the forest trail, golden shafts spilling across the ground. Leaves crunched under my feet, and the cold morning air filled my lungs. I stretched my arms above my head, feeling the satisfying pull of muscles awakening after a restful night.
Today was the day.
Returning to the clearing near the training grounds, I slowed my pace. Sweat glistened on my skin, and I took a moment to relish the cool breeze against my flushed cheeks.
I hadn’t felt this invigorated in a while. Maybe it was the prospect of putting Nora in her place that added an extra spring to my step.
As I approached the training area, I noticed Nicholas leaning against a wooden post, his gaze fixed in my direction. Hi
