*Damian POV*
I was thankful that Alette and the baby were alright. I don't know what I would do if I lost one or both of them. My wife and children are my world, and I would give up anything and everything for them.
I am still, however, being held at arms length by my mate. I understand her trauma, and I understand her mistrust in men right now, but I should be the last person she needs to fear.
I would kill every person on earth if it made her happy, and I would protect her with my life if it ever came to be.
When Micah left, I overheard what she said to Alette. She had actually encouraged my mate to talk to me and not shut me out. That little gesture meant a lot to me, and I had to remember to thank Micah later.
Alette was soaking in a warm bath, and I had laid out her favorite g
