EPILOGUE

Astra

“This is the final report on the Tashina estate.” Seth hands Lucian the paper while I sit impatiently, my eyes drifting to the windows. I glance back at Lucian, whose lips curve without him even looking at me.

“I’m nearly done, Astra.”

“You said that an hour ago,” I point out, though there’s no real irritation in my voice. Watching Lucian work has become one of my favorite pastimes. The way his brow furrows in concentration, how he absently runs his fingers through his dark hair when he’s thinking—it’s mesmerizing.

Seth looks between the two of us. “Plans?”

“We have to go somewhere,” I reply.

He looks amused...