23 Bailey “Are you sure you don’t want me to stay?” Sebastian asked. Laughing, I pushed him towards Micah’s SUV. “No, I don’t. Judging by that black eye of yours I’d say you need a break. You’re going to start pissing Ryker off if you don’t back away soon anyway.” “But that’s the fun part.” He fake pouted. I pursed my lips. “Maybe for you, but not for me. I know you just want to keep me safe, but I’m a big girl. One of these days you’re going to have your own mate to protect. You need to get used to not being by my side. He tolerates you because he knows I love you.” His jaw tensed. “You’re all I’ve had for the past fifteen years.” Eyes burning, I wrapped my arms around his neck. “I know but now you have your brother. You’ll need his help to find our families.” He nodded. “I’ll fin

