The phone rang twice before Lyra's familiar voice answered, sounding breathless. "Hello?"
"Lyr, it's me," I said, relief washing over me at the sound of her voice.
There was a moment of shocked silence before she squealed so loudly I had to pull the phone away from my ear.
"HAZEL! Oh my god, you're awake! You're actually talking! Are you okay? How are you feeling? I've been so worried!" The words tumbled out in a rush.
"I'm okay," I assured her, smiling despite everything. "Just woke up today. It's been... a lot to process."
"I can't believe they wouldn't let me see you," she said, her voice dropping. "Mr. Vance was so strict about it. I tried sneaking in twice but got caught both times."
I shot a pointed look at the guys, who at least had the decency to look guilty.
"Listen," Lyra continued, her tone shifting to something more serious. "Where are you right now? Are you alone?"
"I'm at Rhys's parents' house. And no, I'm with Rhys and Silas."