ALEXIS' POV
I waited with bated breath for her reaction.
“What did you say?“
“I want you to promise me that you'll still be here when I come back.“
“Okay? But you just said you don't know how long you'll be gone.“
“Yes.“
“I only have a week left here.“ She said bluntly.
“I know.“
“No, I don't think you do.“
Her voice was rising. “Lyra, calm down.“
“I am calm.“
“Where would you even go?“
“I told you. Up north. How many times do I have to repeat the same thing?“
“I know what you said, but are you sure you're welcome there?“
“What are you talking about?“ Her voice was indignant. “Of course, I'm welcome there.“
“True. But will you be safe there?“
The matter of her safety was still something I was thinking about.
“I…”
“Exactly.“
“My safety is none of your business.“ She sai
