_Lisa’s POV_
The next morning, I woke up with a strange heaviness in my chest. I hadn’t slept well. Every time I closed my eyes, I saw Kael’s face. His eyes. That stunned expression. It was burned into my mind like a scar.
I dragged myself out of bed and got dressed. I chose a simple pair of leggings and a soft sweatshirt Alexandra had picked out for me. I tied my hair into a loose ponytail and stepped out of the room, hoping a walk around the mansion would help clear my head.
I didn’t get far.
I had just reached the end of the hallway when I found Rylan leaning casually against the wall, arms crossed over his chest and a slow smirk on his lips.
“Good morning,” he said while straightening up. “Sleep well?”
I gave him a small nod. “As well as I could.”
He studied me for a moment and
