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Chapter 181 An Unexpected Morning Surprise
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She did not care about the details. Once her eyelids started to grow heavy, she simply tilted to the side, used whatever fluffy body was nearest as a pillow, and fell asleep.
Once she fell asleep, the spirit animals each claimed their spot, pressing close around her before slowly closing their eyes.
Yet in the darkness, the crow’s eyes glowed faintly.
It lifted its head and locked gazes with the hyena tucked in her other arm.
Both sets of eyes darkened.
They stared each other down silently for a moment, then lay back down against her without a sound.
Deep in slumber, Lyra gradually grew cold.
She reached out for a blanket but touched something warm and firm instead.
Instinctively, she leaned toward the warmth.
Soon, she felt a pair of hands settle around her waist, gently shifting her backward until her back pressed against another broad, warm frame.
A soft breath brushed beside her ear.
Realizing something was wrong, she snapped her eyes open.
The first thing she saw was two hands swinging at each other directly above her.
Rook, who spotted her waking first, froze.
Felix took the chance and landed a punch square on his face.
Rook winced sharply from the blow.
Furious, he reached out and hauled Lyra over to shield her in front of himself.
Felix grew annoyed.
Unaware Lyra was awake, he stood up, ready to settle the score.
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He glanced down and met her stunned, bewildered stare.
Finioned
He froze, ignoring the kick Rook landed on him. His eyes lit up instantly as he leaned toward
her.
“You’re awake, sweet Lyra.
“You look absolutely adorable while sleeping!
“Look at you.” He poked her cheek lightly. “Your face is all flushed pink, just like an apple. I could just take a big bite p>
Lyra stared at him in horror.
She forgot all about Rook beside her.
She scrambled past him, using his body as cover to get away.
In the rush, she accidentally pressed against something.
Rook’s face paled, and he let out a sharp gasp, curling over in pain.
Seeing her trying to flee, Felix chased after her excitedly.
He “accidentally” stepped directly on Rook while he was doubled over, struggling to breathe.
Hearing the commotion, Hadrien threw the door open quickly.
He saw Lyra bolting outside, wide–eyed and terrified, with Felix chasing her wildly, eyes blazing.
Spotting Hadrien, Lyra ran straight toward him.
Hadrien pulled her safely behind himself, lifting his foot ready to kick the reckless man away.
Felix dodged just in time.
He stood his ground, gaze fixed firmly on her.
“Why run from me, Lyra? We shared the same space all night. Don’t be so distant now.
“You have no idea how long I watched you sleep last night.
“All quiet, curled up with your hands tucked against my chest like a little baby… Ahh p>
He closed his eyes, looking thoroughly enchanted as he replayed the “wonderful memory” in his head.
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Lyra snapped out of her sudden fright and shut her eyes in despair.
Fulcea
She never imagined the two of them would shift out of their full feral forms back into human bodies.
If she had known, she never would have slept so soundly.
Rook recovered slowly. He stared at Felix, who was still rambling, his gaze icy.
He launched a sweeping kick.
Felix was caught off guard and crashed to the floor.
Before he could stand, Rook lunged at him, his expression dark with anger.
Hadrien glanced away from the two men fighting like quarreling hounds.
“Are you alright p>
Waking up to such a chaotic shock left Lyra mentally drained. She shook her head.
She was fine.
It felt as though her soul had nearly left her body.
Having kept to herself for so long, she’d ended up sharing a sleeping space with two men overnight.
Right now, she desperately needed some quiet time alone.
“These two disturbed your rest. Shall I deal with them for good p>
Lyra whipped her head around.
Another expert p>
She waved weakly toward Zev. She shot a quick look at Hadrien, signaling for him to handle the situation, then trudged out looking worn out.
Hadrien watched her retreating figure.
“Wait for me a moment p>
His expression turned cold, and he stepped inside the room.
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Lyra covered her face and walked farther away, listening to the heated “three–party negotiation” echoing from inside.
Zev followed closely behind.
“Ms. Kaelin, you haven’t put your shoes on p>
Lyra suddenly looked down at her feet.
Wait… why didn’t her sole hurt anymore?
She leaned forward to examine the wound.
Zev walked over and placed a pair of shoes in front of her. They were her own.
He had found them in the “war zone” of the room.
Lyra glanced at him, then she continued checking the soles of her feet.
The burn injury had healed over into only a thin scab.
When she tugged at it, it peeled off cleanly just like removing a facial mask.
Not a single scar remained.
… Holy crap. That ointment is magic!
Seeing her staring dumbly at her foot, Zev warned again, “Ms. Kaelin, be careful not to step on sharp small objects and reinjure yourself p>
Lyra pressed her lips together, shot him a sideways glance, slipped her shoes on, and walked onward.
Zev stayed on her heels.
“Ms. Kaelin, you may use the starship facilities for washing and meals. Everything is prepared for you there at any hour p>
Lyra kept her face blank.
Now that Rook and Felix have recovered, you are of little use to me for the time being. Leave me alone.
Arthur spoke gently. “I have water here too, if you don’t mind p>
Her expression softened. She headed straight toward Arthur without hesitation.
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Just then, a staff member arrived carrying fresh uniforms for the Sentinels.
Lyra asked him for a room key.
Reluctant to go against Hadrien’s authority, the staff member handed it over.
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