Sienna's POV

The room stays deathly quiet after Vivienne storms out, her dramatic exit leaving an oppressive stillness in its wake. The earlier festive mood vanishes entirely, her outburst tarnishing the evening like a shadow over light.

Eventually, Jareth clears his throat, breaking the silence. "We should head back," he says, his voice subdued.

Briony, her teary eyes betraying her attempts at composure, silently nods. She leans in to kiss both Lyra ...