But then Elide sat on the edge of his cot, right beside his shoulder, and ran a hand through his hair. Lorcan closed his eyes, leaning into the touch, unable to stop the deep purr that rolled through his chest. She made a low noise of wonder, perhaps something more, and her fingers stroked again.
This is one of the most wholesome things I’ve ever read. Period. Like… the fact that his Fae who is Basalely cold hearted and rather reincarnate is letting this mortal girl thG he’s in love with pet his head like a cat is just… ugh he’s probably never let anyone or had anyone to treat him with such care and it’s just so heartwarming and such character development for Lorcan 🥹
