Lulu

My breath caught in my throat. Esthenel’s words were like a bitter pill I was forced to swallow, even though I didn’t feel physically sick.

I took a slow step back, the damp grass squelching softly under my boots. I stood frozen in the drizzling rain, staring at Caspian’s back as he faced away from the door.

*For the Moon Goddess, please don’t take anyone else away from me...*

I needed to get out of here. My feelings didn't matter right now, and Caspian would understand given the ...