Chapter 56

Lyra

Martha knocks on my door again, "Lyra, open the door, please."

I bury my face in the sleeve of my shirt, trying to muffle my sobs as I curl up under the covers, hoping that if I stay still and quiet enough, she'll leave me alone.

"I'm sleeping." I manage to say as another knock lands on the door.

"Don't lie to me. Open the door."

"Please, just—let me be," I beg, my voice