Mia’s POV
The moment Lucian turned his back, I ran for the door.
“Where are you going?” His voice cut through the air like a blade.
“I’m going to see my mom,” I snapped, my hands trembling as I yanked the door open. “I don’t care what you say, Lucian. I’m worried something might happen to her. I can’t just sit here while she’s in danger!”
Lucian moved in front of me, his towering frame blocking my path. His golden eyes darkened. “Mia, you’re not strong enough. Even if something happens, you can’t fight them.”
Tears burned behind my eyes, my chest heaving. “I know I can’t,” I admitted, my voice raw. “But I can’t just do nothing! She’s all I have, Lucian. If anything happens to her, I—” My voice broke.
Lucian exhaled, rubbing his temples. He was hesitating.
“If you’re going, I’m going
