The Wendigo's Girl

Previously

…The fire crackled, casting long, dancing shadows that seemed to writhe with unseen life. The wind howled outside, a mournful lament that echoed the turmoil in Kael’s soul. Elara met his intense gaze, her own heart a thunderous drum against her ribs. The truth, raw and terrifying, had been laid bare between them, a chasm of ancient curses and forbidden desires. But in the heart of that darkness, a fragile, dangerous spark had ignited. She saw not just the monster, but the man, and the choice before them, though fraught with peril, was becoming clearer with every beat of her racing heart.