Cassian’s POVI was stuck between answering the phone, with the whole drama going on right now. I really don't want to stir up any more emotions for her. “You can answer the phone case,” she said, looking at me. “I don't have to, you know,”“No, you don't have to,”I searched her face, looking for any form of doubts, it was only an assured look telling me to go on. The moment I picked up the call, I regretted it.Lyra’s name was still glowing in my mind when her voice slid through the speaker, smooth and far too casual for someone who had just cornered Lilith and tried to dismantle her self-worth.“Cassian,” she said brightly, like we were close friends. “I was wondering when you would answer.”I didn’t bother hiding the edge in my voice. “What the fuck do you want, Lyra?”Lilith stood beside me, arms folded, watching my face closely. Her eyes flicked between me and the phone, alert, cautious. I could practically hear her thoughts screaming don’t lose it.Lyra laughed softly. “Strai
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