Eldric’s POV

“So, do we stay here like this... holding hands?” I asked, my voice low, barely above a whisper, as I felt the warmth of her hands against mine. Oddly, it cleared my thoughts, grounding me.

The room fell silent as Karl looked between us, his gaze complicated, unsure whether to stay or leave. I gave him a look that told him he could go since I was regaining my composure.

Not that I would ever tell Lyanna that.

“I’ll just wait outside. Call me if you need me, Your ...