Chapter 91: Sacrifice
Lyraeus’ POV:
Astrid watched, her heart breaking with each blow, each cry of pain. She knew what she had to do, but it tore at her soul. Taking a deep breath, she stepped into the battlefield, her eyes locking onto Einar’s.
“Einar,” she said, her voice steady despite the tears streaming down her face. “Stop.”
He turned to her, his eyes softening. “Astrid, please. I love you. I would never harm you.”
She raised her sword, her hands shaking. “Then let me end this. Let me be the one to do it.”
Einar’s heart shattered at her words. He looked into her eyes, seeing the pain, the betrayal, and the love that still lingered. Slowly, he lowered his arms, his body relaxing.
“Do it, Astrid,” he said softly. “If it must end, let it be by your hand. I would rather die by
