"What?"
Karina's voice reverberated through the room, mirroring the shock etched on everyone's faces. Ziana stood frozen, her heart pounding in her chest as the weight of Zayden's revelation settled upon her. Tears of sadness gave way to a simmering rage as she locked eyes with him. No, he wasn't supposed to reveal their secret. The contract clearly dictated otherwise!
A heavy silence descended upon the room, broken only by the cacophony of Ziana's racing thoughts. The air felt tense, thick with unspoken words and the scent of apprehension. She struggled to find the right words to respond, her mind spinning from the sudden turn of events. Beads of sweat formed on Ziana's brow as her emotions threatened to overwhelm her.
Yael, standing steadfast beside Ziana, sensed the tension mounting and knew he had to intervene before it spiraled out of control. With a calm demeanor, he stepped forward, aiming to defuse the situation.