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Chapter 27: Resolve

Chapter 27: Resolve

Aria stumbled, her legs weak, but Ryker’s firm grip kept her steady. She leaned on him, finding solace in his presence. For a moment, she allowed herself to rely on him, to let his strength be hers.

As they moved away from the room, Lyraeus’ half-conscious eyes followed them. Zephyr’s desperate attempts to break free echoed in his mind, but his body refused to respond.

The effect of the portion was still strong.

Outside the room, she collapsed against Ryker, my sobs growing louder. He wrapped his arms around her, holding her close. “I’m here, Aria,” he murmured, his voice soothing. “I’m not going anywhere.”

Ryker’s mind raced, torn between his duty to protect her and his desire to see me happy, even if it meant with someone else. But seeing her like this, knowing how much she was hurting, he couldn’t just stand by.

“You deserve better,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper. “You deserve someone who will always be there for you, who won’t hurt you like thi
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