The next week was spent rebuilding Bane’s castle. I owe Bane alot for protecting my people for so long, the least I can do is help him rebuild. Plus I needed to be here, Bane can’t be a responsible authority figure right now. He’s dealing with his own issues, as am I. Even through all the pain and hatred, I want him. I want to feel his strong arms wrap around me and hold me. Tell me everythings gonna be alright. I want to do the same for him. I want to hold him and tell him he’s safe to break down in my arms. I need him to not be so strong all of the time, but you try telling that to a very powerful vampire who is stubborn as hell! It's hard because I want to love Bane, but the thought of Jericho’s lifeless body in my arms ruins any chance for us to try and make it work. The p

