Chapter 81

Lyra

I know what it is that I'm asking for, I know exactly what. And yet, I'm scared. My eyes remain on him, unable to look away. He grabs my face and tilts it upwards, pressing his lips against mine, forcing me into the kiss I know he's about to give. And I allow it.

He steals the breath straight out of my lungs. But this time, it feels more terrifying, because I know it's him now.