A Part of your Constellation - Straykids x Reader

Introduction

Intro: 

In a world where soulmates are connected by constellations written on their skin, each star shines with purpose, each line forms a bond. Aera's soulmark glows faintly—a delicate constellation with spaces left unfilled. As a foreign literature professor, she's found a home in her work, her books, and quiet moments, always aware of the bond she shares with a soulmate pack that doesn't want her. Her eight soulmates, members of a tight-knit pack, chose their own bond over the stranger that fate meant for them. They remain a constellation without her, leaving her stars to fade alone.

But even as Aera tries to distance herself from a bond they refuse, there are moments she can't ignore, the quiet ache that comes alive whenever their paths cross. Through her days and nights, Aera wrestles with this unreturned connection, finding a rare kind of understanding in Hwan, a colleague whose own bond was cut short by tragedy.

Will she learn to live with the ache of an unfulfilled soulmate bond? Or will she—slowly, cautiously—allow herself to hope that her fading constellation might find its place among them?

Author's Note:

Hello, dear reader! A Part Of Your Constellation began as a story of resilience, love, and self-discovery in the face of unfulfilled bonds. Exploring the complexity of soulmate dynamics—especially when that connection isn't easily reciprocated—is something I felt was rarely addressed, so I wanted to dive into what it means to yearn, heal, and find a sense of peace.

This story will take its time as we follow Aera's journey, her strength, and the gradual awakening of her soulmates to the place she holds among them. It's about imperfect connections, regret, and ultimately, the courage to mend the bonds that mean the most.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. I hope A Part Of Your Constellation brings you moments of reflection, warmth, and maybe even a little healing of your own.

Happy reading! 😊