Sebastian moved slowly on purpose. Not because he lacked confidence. If anything, this was the one place on earth he knew down to its bones. It was because Ravyn was walking beside him, and every instinct he had was tuned to her breathing, her steps, the subtle tightening of her jaw when her body protested and she pretended it didn’t.
“This way,” he said calmly, gesturing down the hall.
Rion followed, sharp-eyed and suspicious, already scanning corners, ceilings, exits. Sebastian recognized the look. He was scouting the place, making sure it was safe enough for his sister. Sebastian had to give it to the man, he was an excellent protector and brother.
Ravyn trailed just half a step behind Sebastian, close enough that he could feel her warmth, and close enough that he could lower his voi
