But their forbidden love was not without its thorns. Athena, the town's "golden girl," with her perfect smile and impeccable reputation, was Eredon's ex-girlfriend. She was jealous of the bond that was forming between Ara and Eredon, and she vowed to do everything in her power to break them apart.
"He's not good for you, Ara," Athena warned, her voice dripping with venom. "He's just playing with you."
Ara, caught in the middle, found herself torn between her heart and her head. She knew Eredon was trouble, but she couldn't deny the undeniable pull she felt towards him.