"Even if two hearts are bound by destiny, they remain free to choose their own route, make their own choices. The Moon Goddess may provide us with the direction, but to tread it.that's up to us. You must make the choice to seize your destiny. You did, but Landon didn't."

His voice was gentle, yet firm as well, and he created soft designs on her spine.

But what am I gonna do, then?" she cried. "I've been waiting. I've been ready. I've held on even when it hurts…I chose him! Time and time again, I chose us, but he doesn't choose me."

"I just." She choked on her words for...