A Desperate Proposal

Lyra hadn't expected Asher to crack a joke.

She tried to smile, but the movement tugged at the cut on her lip, making her hiss in pain.

Asher glanced back into the hospital room, his voice calm. "Come with me."

Lyra trailed after him, feeling a bit sulky. Ever since that whole allergy fiasco, Asher had been acting like she was a total nuisance.

It was like he was thinking, 'What's the point of hav