Chapter 17: Kylie comes face to face with Graham.

Kylie’s POV.

As I trained tirelessly in the days leading up to the banquet, I constantly reminded myself: “I must learn and thrive to become a powerful Luna. At the upcoming event, I must prove my status.” The swimming pool, once a canvas of my fears, had transformed into a crucible where I forged my resolve.

Under Logan’s vigilant guidance, every stroke and dive became more than just physical movements; they were deliberate acts of empowerment. The water no longer symbolized fear but represented the fluidity and adaptability required of a leader.

Parallel to my aquatic training, dance practice intertwined seamlessly with my swimming regimen, with each discipline informing the other. The dance studio, with its echoing taps and sweeps, resonated with the rhythm of my increasing confidence.

I learned to carry myself not just as someone moving to music but as a leader moving through the world. “This is who you need to be,” I would whisper to myself in front of the studio mirrors, wa