Changing The Future

Over the past six months, she had come to understand just how much Cassian cared for her. If she called off their engagement now, he'd be devastated. She knew Cassian shouldn't have to pay the price for her need to save her grandfather and Scion. Besides, the thought of spending her life locked away in the Moon Goddess Temple didn't sit right with her.

With a sigh, Arix rubbed her temples, feeling the weight of her decision. In the end, she decided to abandon the idea of becoming the Pontifex herself.

"As for the ceremony, I'm okay with anything. I'll leave it up to you," Arix replied, sounding tired.

Cassian's mood instantly lifted. But seeing the worry still etched on her face, he gently pressed, "Arix, why don't you want your grandfather or Scion to become the Pontifex?"

He knew this was something they couldn't avoid discussing. Better to address it now than be blindsided later.