The Risk Worth Taking

Before she could speak, Roth clapped his hands once—breaking the tension like a bubble.

“Well, I’m gonna grab a quick shower before heading down to the beach.” He pivoted with his usual flair, but when he looked at Lyra again, his voice softened. “And remember what I told you earlier, sis…”

His gaze held hers for a beat.

“Take the risk.”

He didn’t say it out loud—just mouthed the words, eyes st