When I saw Damian again, I didn't recognize him at first.
His face was haggard, his eyes bloodshot, his entire frame gaunt and diminished. A full six months had passed since I faked my death and escaped. His arrival had taken longer than I expected.
"Raven... I've missed you so much."
Damian's eyes were red, his voice choked.
Beside me, Jude tightened his grip on my hand.
"Let me talk to him."
I gave Jude a reassuring look and walked toward Damian.
"Raven, I finally found you. They all said you were dead. I never believed it. I never did. Do you know how happy I was when the autopsy results confirmed it wasn't you? Nora and I... it was just a business arrangement. I've already handled everything. I even..."
"Damian, I'm married."
Seeing him ramble on, I finally cut him off.
"Rave
