LILYA
The cave dweller leader's eyes widened in surprise, mirroring the astonishment that swept across Lucas's face. "Are you sure about this?"
I met his gaze squarely and nodded, my resolve unyielding. "I'm sure."
With a swift motion, the leader yanked the herb from my hand, a mix of disbelief and exasperation in his eyes. "You would rather save an enemy than hold on to love? You're a foolish one, Lilya."
I held my ground, unswayed by his words. "Any love that comes at the expense of someone else's life isn't a love I want to partake in. I won't live with my choice if I know that Lucas died because of it."
The cave dweller leader studied me for a moment, his expression a blend of incredulity and respect. "Foolish, but selfless."
Lucas's laughter was bitter, a harsh echo in the quiet
