Chapter 171

• Damon's POV
• When Emma walked away, I turned to Leo. “I’m sorry about your sister,” I mumbled, limping toward him. He stayed silent, not even looking at me. Clearly, Alex’s harsh words about his sister were still gnawing at him. I glanced down at Alex’s lifeless, headless body sprawled on the ground. “You think he’s really dead?” I asked, gesturing toward the grisly scene.
• Emma’s voice cut through the air. “Of course, he’s dead,” she stated firmly. I whipped around, surprised to see her already back—and looking stunning, as always.