#Chapter 120: The Citadel

Lyra POV

Kaelen turned toward the doorway, his expression brightening as he saw me. “Here she is,” he said warmly.

The man beside him turned as well, his sharp gaze sweeping over me in a way that felt both calculating and appraising. Then his lips curved into a charming smile as he approached, extending a hand.

“Hello,” he said smoothly. “Krysto Vance. A pleasure to meet you.”

“Hello,” I replied,