Back in the market, Lyra kept a safe distance from Casian, clinging to Penny, who seemed more intrigued by her behavior than concerned.
"My lady, you shouldn't ignore the Alpha," Penny said, seizing Lyra's attention.
Lyra furrowed her brows in confusion and shrugged, feigning ignorance.
Penny might not understand Lyra completely, but she had learned to read her reactions and body language well enough to communicate with her.
"I know something happened inside the carriage, and now you're avoiding him," Penny whispered, a cheeky smile tugging at her lips.
Lyra blinked, her eyes darting around as if searching for an escape, only to land on the very man she was trying to avoid. The moment their gazes met, she realized he had already been watching her.
Heart skipping a beat, she instantly looked away, turning back to Penny, whose knowing smile hadn't wavered.
