Kallias’ POV (written in 3rd person)

Kallias kept this a secret. For now.

He kept this a secret because it means that the Oracle is right: why should he fear falling in love when fear even fears the power of love?

“I love you,” he told her with a sleepy voice, his arms slackening at his side.

Evadne snorted in a laugh and kissed his forehead. “You look tired, my love.”

They both blushed, and this time, neither of them hid it.

“I am not tired,” he denied.

She kissed his nose. “Alright, grumpy king. You better take a nap. It seems you’ve been neglecting your sleep.”

“My Evadne,” his...