Lyra POV

Lyra is dragged to an empty room by Mike and Meredith, who tuck her in and stay for a few minutes until she falls asleep.

"I don't like this," Meredith murmurs, and Mike nods silently, wrapping his arm around her waist.

"I'll ring York and tell him he'll have to take her home tomorrow. I can't watch her go to Lancaster's pack and be alone like this," Mike whispers to Meredith, kissing her hair silently.

They watch over Lyra for a few more minutes, the atmosphere in the room heavy.

When they eventually leave, they close the door quietly.

Meredith runs a hand through her dark hair in...