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Charlotte had just climbed into bed beside her life mate when someone pounded on their privacy panel.
“It’s Echo,” Tal said.
“I know. I can sense her…unrest.” It was a ridiculous word to describe the emotions pelting her mind.
Tal allowed the panel to open, and Echo stepped into the room.
“I love Varrik, and I will not live without him. If you cannot accept my soul’s mate, then I’ll find somewhere else to live.”
Charlotte looked at Tal, torn between disappointment and admiration. Echo had always had a mind of her own. How could they combat such vehemence?
“What makes you believe he’s your soul’s mate?” he asked in a nonconfrontational tone.
“I don’t believe, I know. The first night we were separated we shared a dream. Dream sharing has never been among my abilities before. Our souls refuse to be parted. What other explanation can there be?”
“You know nothing about this man. He is from a world—”
“I shared his memories, Father. I know him far better than you knew Mother when you bound your souls together.” She squared her shoulders and raised her chin. “I don’t want to destroy our relationship. But I will not give him up.” Without another word, she turned and left the room.
“Well, that was unexpected.” Charlotte couldn’t help but smile.
Tal looked at her and shook his head. “I saw it in their eyes clear back on the Day Moon. I had begun to wonder what was taking her so long.”
“If you knew they were soul mates, why did you threaten Varrik?”
“I’m her father.” He smiled. “It’s my job to make him squirm.”
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