The Jealous Prince

The sheer absurdity of his accusation leaves me speechless for several long beats—not out of intimidation, but pure disbelief.

“Give me an answer, Lyra. Do you want him?”

Shifting against the leather seat, I drop my eyes to my lap. The tips of my fingers have gone completely icy.

Inhale, hold, exhale. Lorcan’s stare never wavers from my face, and the air inside the cab feels like it just plumme