Dressed for Trouble

My eyes, that strange blend of blue with tiny golden flecks, seem even more striking. The makeup enhances my features, and my almost silver hair completely transforms my appearance.

Vesper is delighted.

Me?

I'm a little scared.

What if Lorcan doesn't let me go? What if he makes a scene?

I don't want to draw his attention by starting a fight.

"We've been up here for over an hour, Lyra." Vesper spea