#Chapter 97: The Honor of A Promised Dance

Zarek’s POV

Shock strikes through me like a lightning bolt, leaving me rooted to the spot.

For a long moment, my mind is fully blank, as I take in the sight and the words of the host.

Elara… is Aylara Valthorn?

She is the SanguineLune beta?!

It doesn’t seem real. Maybe I am dreaming again. Subtly, I pinch myself.

No, this is real!

Then, in a rush, my brain clicks back on and a million thoughts flo