Lyra's P.O.V
" I will marry Lady Thea in three days." Jasper's calm tone came out. He appeared relaxed and unconcerned.
His movements were elegant and composed. He appeared very righteous and pious. His answer came out so naturally and at some point, I started doubting myself. Did I ever hold any position in his heart? Did he treat me like a fling all along?
" I will marry Lady Thea in three days, then." I felt like my ears were playing tricks on me. But I was wrong. Those were his words. He was ready to marry Lady Thea!
I felt like my heart was being squeezed and my breathing halted. I felt stupid and betrayed.
To imagine that I was entertaining thoughts of canceling my journey to the human world for his sake! I was stupid! Was he playing with my emotions all along? I could not h
