Chapter 55
Chapter 55
Astrid’s POV
"But..." I began, my brow furrowed in confusion. "Are you sure physical intimacy isn’t a must?"
Kaeleen smiled gently, his eyes filled with reassurance. "Yes, Astrid," he said, his voice soft. "I’m sure."
"But I thought..." I stammered, my cheeks flushing with heat, "I thought that was a huge part of it. I thought that was how you solidified the bond, how you connected with the moon goddess."
Kaeleen nodded, his expression understanding. "It’s true that physical intimacy can make the bond stronger," he said. "It’s a way to deepen your connection with each other and with the moon goddess. And yes, it is required to solidify their connection with the moon goddess. However, it’s not a must, and there’s a way to bypass it."
He paused, his eyes searching mine. "But it’s not the only way," he continued. "There are other ways to connect, other ways to show your commitment. And I’m willing to explore those options with you, Astrid. I’m willing to do whatever it takes to make you feel comfortable."
I stared at him, my mind still reeling. I had always believed that physical intimacy was an essential part of the mating ritual, that it was the key to unlocking the true power of the bond. But Kaeleen was telling me that it wasn’t necessary, that there was a way to become his Luna without sacrificing my body or my autonomy.
"I’m confused," I admitted, my voice barely a whisper. "I don’t understand how that’s possible."