Chapter 173 *

LYRA POV

It was a practical reason. Something that made sense.

But it was also true. I did want his guidance.

And it was an excuse to spend more time with him.

Daxon's hands tightened on the wheel. Not from stress. From surprise.

He turned to look at me for a second before focusing back on the road. His expression showed shock. Then something else. Something warm.

"You're asking me to mentor you?