The morning sun made Mira uneasy. Thane paced around the room trying to get dressed.
“I’m coming with you,” she blurted, not even blinking.
Thane froze, halfway to the door, looking at her like she’d grown a second head. “Mira, this is dangerous. I can’t…”
She cut him off, her voice sharp “Not asking, Thane. I need to see it with my own eyes. We both do. If Eli’s really there, I’m not sitting this one out.”
Thane ran a hand through his hair, looking like he was about to argue but also just... tired. “Mira, this isn’t just about Dante. Getting Eli out safe…that’s everything. I won’t risk…”
“You know what’s on the line. I’m his mother. I have to be there. I’m not asking for your permission.” she snapped.
He stared at her, unable to decide on what to do. Finally, he caved, voice flat bu
