~ KILLIAN ~
I break into a steady jog the moment I disappear into the cover of trees behind the garage. It's dark, but Lyra could still spot me if I’m not careful. I find cover in one of the trees next to the garage, a high enough perch where I can see both the front and sides of the house. Climbing up doesn’t take much, and soon, I'm settled in a spot with good visibility.
Ronan walks Lyra and Tess across the street, his arm wrapped tight around Lyra’s waist.
The sight punches the air out of my lungs, but I ignore it and push the feeling aside.
I need to focus. Because this night is far from over.
I meant what I told Tess. As soon as Lyra’s out of sight, I’m going to her.
And I’m not leaving until some part of her belongs to me.
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~ TESS ~
“He wants to take me to dinner,” I sa
