Aba softly pressed his lips against the corner of Elena's eyes as they welled up with tears. He knew she hated that he was taking the pain away, but this was what guardians were built to do. It was his duty to take the pain away from the fairy princess. But as a mate, this was one of the greatest gifts he had. He was able to do what most mates could only dream of. He could shoulder the pain for his mate. What better pairing could there be? Why hadn't there ever been a fairy princess and guardian together before? This had never happened, even though they shared a close bond.
“Aba.” Elena felt the tension of the pain leave completely. She moved to her knees and wrapped her arms around him. She held his head against her chest and leaned her forehead on top of his head. “That isn't fair, Aba.
