Julian didn't hesitate. He packed his bags, said his goodbyes, and drove back to Shadowmere, his heart pounding with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation. He didn't know how Sabrina would react to his return, or to the news of his heritage, but he knew he had to try.
As he drove, he thought about the implications of his discovery. If he was a descendant of Lyra's ally, did that mean he had a role to play in the town's future? Was he destined to help Sabrina protect Shadowmere from whatever threats still lingered? The questions swirled in his mind, fueling his determination.