Sierra pov.

After we arrived at the castle, he gently lowered me to the ground, and my gaze immediately fell to the floor.

"Thank you," I murmured to him, my voice barely audible. Just as I was about to venture inside, he halted my progress, his firm grip enclosing my hands, drawing me closer.

"I don't want you in the basement anymore. I have prepared a room for you. I would like you to stay," he said with a determined tone, his eyes locked on mine.

As he uttered those words, I raised my eyes to meet his gaze, silently acknowledging his offer. With a nod, I turned and proceeded...