“I’ll go with you.”

Liora lifted her gaze to meet Ashvin’s, her voice soft but steady despite the nervousness twisting inside her stomach. Ashvin’s lips curved into a small smile, one that reached his eyes. He had hoped she would agree. He knew she was still anxious, but the fact that she was willing to step into his world for him meant more than she realized.

“I promise I’ll be with you the entire time,” he said gently, resting a reassuring hand on her shoulder. His thumb brushed lightly again