Chapter 57
Lyra's silence stretched longer than I expected. Her expression faltered as she exchanged a nervous glance with Finn, who leaned in ever so slightly, with palpable anticipation. It wasn't just me who wanted some clear answers.
Finally, Lyra cleared her throat and started speaking, "Donald was one of us. An Earthling, like you. He didn't arrive here by choice but still sided with the Order. I think it was simply because we promised him the one thing he wanted most: hope of returning home."
I nodded slightly. "I know that much. He told me."
She didn't seem surprised. "Then you must also know he eventually found out that wasn't exactly possible."
Again, I gave a small nod. But something in Donald's last words struck me, something cryptic, hinting that there was more to this whole affair than just disappointment.
