Chapter 121

The kids in their school uniforms whooshed past, chattering excitedly.

Alaric shielded Callista and steered her aside, watching the kids as they ran off.

"I wish I could be as carefree as they are," Callista said, a wistful note in her voice.

Alaric's hand was still resting on Callista's shoulder, and they were standing so close.

With their thin summer clothes, Callista could even feel his heartbe