Naeris's POV
He flinched at my words, and the expression on his face made my chest tighten, but I ignored it. I focused on the rice, scooping a spoonful and gently bringing it to his lips. He ate silently, his eyes never leaving mine. It made my chest tighten, but I refused to let him see how much he affected me.
“Naeris,” he called softly.
I ignored him, reaching for a napkin to wipe his lips clean. “You should eat quickly. You have to take another vial of sage for your muscles.”
He swallowed, his throat bobbing slightly. “Can’t you just look at me for once?”
My hands froze mid-air, and I felt my heart pound against my ribs. Slowly, I lowered the napkin and met his gaze. His golden eyes bore into mine, filled with an emotion I found hard to understand.
“What do you want from me, Ny
