Damon’s POV As Lucian stormed into my room, anger etched across his features, he didn't hold back. "What were you thinking, letting Zora go like that?" His words cut through the air, carrying the weight of his disapproval. I shrugged, offering a weak attempt to defend my decision, "I had guards discreetly following them. To ensure that she does not cause any trouble." But Lucian's frustration remained palpable, the tension in the room crackling. His response was sharp, "You can't control every variable, and you know how unpredictable Zora can be. This was a foolish move." His brow furrowed, and the sternness in his tone underscored the severity of the situation. I could not lie that being told off by Lucian who was usually the one who made emotional and erratic decisions grated on my n