DANIKA
"Bellamy, I'd like to talk to Kaziel alone," I say, and both men freeze. Bellamy flashes me a weary smile.
"Alright. See you around, Angel. Good luck, cousin," he says. Then he walks out, shutting the door behind him.
Taking a deep breath, I move over to Kaziel while he watches me closely, unease written all over his face. I lean in to kiss him on the lips, and he literally melts, nuzzling into my palm when I hold a hand to his cheek.
"How long were you planning on hiding it from me?" I ask, and he lowers his gaze.
"I'm sorry," he mutters.
Crouching beside him, I take hold of his hand.
"I know you want to protect me because you think I'm fragile. But you can't do that at the expense of your life. I won't let you do that," I tell him.
His gaze softens. "I've burdened you enou
