“No. It didn’t work.” She sighed. “But what you did for me was incredible. You’re being hailed as a hero.”
“I know. However, I’m worried that you might not see me that way.” Driada crossed her arms in front of her chest. “I’m worried I’ve let you down.”
Thea frowned. “Why would you think that?”
“I heard you’ve been spending more time in the catacombs.” She cleared her throat. “I wondered if perhaps you felt the need to hide from me.”
“I’ve retreated into solitude these past few days, it’s true,” Thea said quietly. “Ever since the moment I held you in my arms on board that ship, I’ve felt overwhelmed.”
“Overwhelmed?” Driada repeated. “What do you mean?”
Thea’s heart fluttered within her chest like a small bird. “I don’t know how the siren did this to me, but ever since I heard its son
