My shoulders rise and fall with a heavy sigh, and her eyes soften a degree or two when I raise mine to meet hers. “I’m not trying to hurt him, Evie.” “I believe you, but the choices you make affect more than just yourself.” “I am very much aware of that.” My jaw tightens. “Okay. So you’re a smart guy. Make better choices. At least when it comes to Dacen.” She hops down and starts to walk away but turns back around. “And Ryne?” I raise an eyebrow and wait for her to speak. “You’re a good person, too. You deserve to be happy. You both do.”
