Mira’s POV

Kael moved first, and I followed. The chamber doors slid open as Lyra stepped forward. Something in Kael locked; sweat gathered on his brow.

She stood between two guards and lifted her head sharply. She already knew who we were. She didn’t react when Kael whispered her name.

His voice echoed. She stared at him fairly. Her expression made my pulse stumble. He tried again, softer. She blinked once and nothing more.

I stepped forward and searched her face. Her gaze brushed over me. ...