Chapter 93:

Kira’s POV:

“I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have asked. It’s personal,” Jeremiah said quietly, his voice dipped in unexpected sincerity.

The moment he said it, I let out a slow exhale, feeling the tension in my chest ease just slightly. I hadn’t even realized how tightly my muscles were clenched until that breath released. I appreciated that he backed off—not everyone did. Most people would press further,