Lyra’s POV
Rhyker smiled, stopping my heartbeat for a split second as he pulled me close, his arms wrapping around me as we moved to the music, our steps slow and measured. The world faded around us, leaving only the quiet rhythm of our movements, the steady beat of his heart against mine. I looked at him knowing I wouldn't change where we were for the world. I hoped in my heart that time would freeze with everything in it but us.
“I’ve missed this,” he murmured, his voice low, meant only for my ears. “Just… being with you. Without the danger. Without the fear of slipping into danger. Without the fear of losing you” he continued before he kissed my hand gently.
I looked up at him, caught off guard by the vulnerability in his expression. The lines of worry that usually creased his brow h
