Chapter Nine: Care Amidst Hate
Aria’s POV:
As we turned to face the newcomer, our hearts still racing from the intense argument, I saw a tall, imposing figure emerging from the shadows. His piercing eyes locked onto Kaida, then shifted to me, and finally rested on Lyraeus’ motionless form.
“Ryker,” Kaida spat, her voice venomous. “Perfect timing, as always.”
Ryker’s gaze never wavered. “Kaida, Aria, what’s going on here?”
I took a step forward, my voice firm. “Kaida was just leaving, Ryker. She was concerned about Lyraeus’ well-being, but I assured her he’s in good hands.”
Ryker’s eyes narrowed, his gaze flicking between us. “I see.
Aria, how’s his condition?”
Kaida’s face twisted in anger as she spun on her heel and stormed out of the room, leaving Ryker and me alone with Lyraeu
