The drive back from Rosehaven Estate was unusually quiet.
Rainwater still clung to the roads, reflecting the gray afternoon sky.
Liora leaned against the window, watching endless fields blur past.
"You've been quiet."
Caelan's voice broke the silence.
She smiled faintly.
"I'm just tired."
"You barely slept."
"Neither did you."
He glanced at her for a brief second before returning his attention to the road.
"I'll survive."
She laughed softly.
"You always say things like that."
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By the time they reached Ashford Manor, Liora felt strangely cold.
She rubbed her arms as she climbed the front steps.
Mrs. Agnes opened the door immediately.
"Oh dear..."
She frowned.
"You're shivering."
"I'm fine."
"Liora."
Mrs. Agnes placed a hand against her forehead.
Her expression chan
