The journey back from the High Court was filled with a palpable tension. Lucian and Lily exchanged only a few words, their minds consumed by the weight of the High Court's offer and the implications it held. Dmitri, sensing their need for space, maintained a respectful silence, allowing them to process the encounter in their own time.
Once back at their coven's sanctuary, Lucian and Lily retreated to her bedroom. The room felt suffocating, as if the shadows of the High Court's imposing presence lingered, a constant reminder of the decision they now faced.
Lucian broke the silence, his voice tinged with concern. "Lily, are you alright?" he asked, his eyes searching hers for any sign of distress.
"I'm just overwhelmed," Lily admitted, sinking onto the edge of the bed. "I never expected th
