"Thank you, Ky-ky. I knew you'd always have my back." He looked smug, feeling victorious with Kyra's protection.
Ignoring Lucas's antics, Kyra continued, her voice more serious now. "My own beast has a consciousness of her own... Her name was Kaia. She died millions of years ago protecting the world's key, and now she's back inside my body. But because of the difference in our memories and experiences, she's like a different personality of mine, even though we're essentially the same."
This time, Damon's usually calm emotions cracked. His eyes widened slightly as her words sank in. "Your beast actually has consciousness?" His voice was low, almost incredulous, as if the concept was both fascinating and unsettling to him.
Lucas, curious as always, perked up at the mention of Kaia. "Can we meet her?" he asked excitedly, leaning forward with wide eyes, eager to see this mysterious other part of Kyra.
