"So, my life is basically hanging on a thread more than it already was, right?" Liam asked, his tone calm and level, though none of that steadiness touched the irritation burning quietly beneath it.
"Yes," Lucy answered with the same composure she always carried. "But I truly doubt anyone would be foolish enough to attempt an assassination. Not while Galen is still alive."
"Exactly," Mystica added, her voice light but certain. "As powerful as King Valemir may be, even he knows better than to test your uncle's patience."
Liam mulled over their words for a moment before speaking again. "Can you please not refer to him as my uncle? I know he is, but… hearing it is uncomfortable."
Mystica let out a soft chuckle and offered a sly smirk. "I'll try."
He gave her a suspicious stare, already convinced she had absolutely no intention of stopping.
