260.Chapter 260

"Cole, you're hurting Lyra! Let go of her!" Eli exclaimed, startled by Cole's sudden action. He quickly stepped in to intervene.

Cole froze for a moment. Looking at Lyra's emotionless face, he released her hand.

Lyra's hand fell limply to her side, the spot Cole had gripped now an alarming shade of red. Her skin was so delicate, and Cole, in his frustration, had lost control of his strength. The v