Chapter 49
- “I’m not going to hide behind you,” she said, stepping closer, her eyes locking with his. “I’m with you, Damien. I always will be.”
- There was a long moment of silence between them, the weight of their connection settling over them like a blanket. Damien stared into her eyes, his expression conflicted, but after a long pause, he sighed.
- “Alright,” he said finally. “But we do this together. No exceptions.”