Lyra's POVI could see the pain in Zack’s eyes, a silent torment that said more than words ever could.One of his men was lost because of his choice, and I comprehended, as did he, that his remorse would ride behind him like a ghost throughout the entire course of his life. His jaw clenched as he tried to keep it hidden, but sorrow tends to seep out, no matter how hard a man attempts to cover it.Kira placed a hand on my arm, her tone a mere whisper, "Get her out of here. Both of you." She glanced at Kate, who was frozen, staring at the body on the floor.Kate's face had paled, almost see-through, and her hands trembled. Her mouth opened, yet nothing came out, only shallow breaths as if she were underwater on dry land.I inched forward and slid an arm over her shoulders. "Let's go," I breathed, pulling her toward the stairs. She stumbled, resisting initially, her big eyes glued on the body she'd left behind. "It isn't your fault," I whispered gently, trying to anchor her. "Don't let
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