#Chapter 90: How Can I

Alaric's POV In that moment, the air almost falls completely silent. All sound fades from my ears, and I am stunned by Colin’s words, unsure of what to say. My mind is overwhelmed with a swirl of thoughts, the shock of what was just said leaving me dazed and almost lost. Aidan and Ryan are equally speechless, mouths hanging open in shock, unable to find their voices. But Colin—who has always been the quiet one, trailing behind Eamon and Cara like a shadow—looks at his brothers with a mixture of disbelief and disappointment, as if he’s watching children bicker. Then, with a sigh, he turns away. We see him shift his gaze toward Cara’s house and shout. “Cara—!” Colin calls out in a voice loud enough that she’s sure to hear from inside. “Are you awake?” Ryan: “…” Aidan: “…” Naturally, no response comes from inside the house. “Wait, Colin, why are you calling for Cara?” Aidan finally breaks his silence. “You just told us not to interfere with them, but now you’re…”