WINTER

I turned to Valtor, warmth unfurling in my chest.

Lilith protested “You promised me I can-"

“I also said you must stop where you make Winter uncomfortable.” His gaze locked on Lilith’s, “It ends here. You can leave my room.”

My eyes widened at his finality.

Lilith’s stare flickered to me. “Can we talk another day?”

“Maybe,” I answered shortly.

She swept out of the chamber. As the door closed, I shifted my gaze back to Valtor. Questions crowded ...