The Courage to Love

Meanwhile, Kira whisked Lyra back to her room, the door clicking shut behind them. She stopped short, turning to face her with a sudden intensity, eyes locking on Lyra’s.

Lyra froze. “What’s wrong? Is there something on my face?”

Kira’s lips trembled, and before Lyra could react, she pulled her into a tight, unexpected hug. Lyra stiffened for a moment, caught off guard, but instinctively wrapped