Lyra's POV
After leaving the infirmary, I found Dimitri waiting for me. His expression softened when he saw me, and he offered a small, reassuring smile. "How about a walk?" he suggested.
I nodded, grateful for the distraction. I had changed out of my formal attire into a simple yet elegant outfit: a fitted, deep green dress that hugged my curves and fell just below my knees, paired with black ankle boots. The material was soft and comfortable, but I hadn't anticipated how cold it would be in the early morning hours.
We walked out to the back of the castle, the air crisp and biting against my skin. The sun was just starting to rise, casting a golden hue over the landscape. The gardens were behind us, but here, at the back of the castle, the scenery was more rugged and natural, with tal
