"Are you feeling alright?" Lucian asked Lily, breaking the silence that had settled between them inside the car. His voice was a gentle caress that pierced through her thoughts. Her mind was abuzz with thoughts about the members of the High Court. Lucian's recounting of his first encounter with them had painted vivid images in her mind.
Lily glanced at him, her heart swelling with gratitude for his constant concern. "I'm a bit nervous," she admitted, "but having you with me makes it easier."
Lucian reached for her hand, intertwining his fingers with hers. "You're not alone in this," he reassured her. "We'll face whatever comes together, just like we always have."
A sense of calm washed over her as she squeezed his hand, drawing strength from their connection.
The journey continued, th
