The moment Leon spoke, the chamber quaked.
A wave of radiant energy burst outward from Elizabeth, shaking the air itself.
Leon instinctively raised an arm to shield his eyes from the flare.
When the light dimmed, Elizabeth stirred.
Her lashes fluttered open, revealing eyes that gleamed with renewed life.
For a brief second, confusion flashed across her face as she took in her surroundings, but the moment her gaze found Leon, it melted into something softer.
A smile curved her lips, warm and unguarded.
She whispered something so faint even Leon's divine senses couldn't catch it. Curious, he leaned closer.
"Hmm? What did you say—"
Before he could finish, her hands shot forward, gripping his collar and pulling him down with surprising strength.
Leon stumbled, caught off guard, as she dragged him onto the bed.
"Wha—wait, Liz—"
