Aria's POV
I narrowed my eyes. "They're staying here. It won't be safe for them over there. They'll remain here, under Noah's protection."
"Understood."
After confirming the remaining details, I ended the call.
No sooner had I lowered my phone than tiny footsteps came racing toward me.
"Mummy!" A little girl launched herself into my arms with enough force to make me stagger backward.
I laughed and caught her easily. "Slow down, little princess."
She giggled. She was five years old. She had dark hair and silver eyes that sparkled whenever she smiled. I stared at those beautiful eyes.
For just a heartbeat... I wasn't looking at Elona anymore. I was looking at Damon. The shape of her eyes. The stubborn little pout. Even the way she tilted her head... she looked so much like him.
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