But what she did not know is that I had seen her running away when Damon tried to force himself on her. It was a relief to know that she wanted to preserve her virginity. I was furious at the suffering she had endured, but also comforted by the fact that she had not done anything willingly.
My desire for revenge against those who had used her was strong, but I knew that she would not find solace in seeking revenge. I wanted them to suffer for what they had done to my mate, but I also wanted to protect her and make her happy. I wanted her to know that she would be safe and cherished with me.
Returning to the castle was difficult for her, but I wanted to show her that she would be supported and protected. I wanted to hear the truth from her own lips, to know if she could truly be my loyal
