Chapter 67. Lone Star

Miatta's POV

All the way back to Lucas’ room, he was silent, accepting greetings with a solemn nod. Even Ryker was not helping matters, saying nothing as well. My guilt piled on an extra layer on my chest until it was like I couldn't breathe.

“Lucas—”

“Not yet,” he cut me off calmly and somehow, it hurt worse than him yelling at me. To keep the peace, I held on to my tongue until we reached the door to his room.

“No one is to disturb us, Ryker. Understood?”

The grim guard gave a sharp nod, standing aside. Lucas opened the door and gestured at me to go in. With my head held high, I sauntered in, ready to argue my case. But he raised a hand to silence me, bolting the door with his free hand.

“Miatta, I do not know what you hoped to accomplish in the throne room today. Accusing Beta Logan of treason? I know you are very impulsive and tend to believe everything your instincts tell you but you went way too far today!”

He didn