Everly POV
I wasn't expecting the answer I received from the doctor; I wasn't even aware the bond could be damaged, Sure I was used to the pain, but to know he hurt our bond? Nothing felt lessened to me. I still felt for Valen despite not wanting to, still craved him despite hating everything about him. I just wanted to go home and snuggle my son, smell his scent, and let him soothe my racing mind.
Yet the way Valen looked at me, I could see his fear clearly etched onto his face. Could see how much the doctor's words scared him as he pressed his face into my neck. Valen finally understood the weight of actions, and I could tell the burden was heavy for him to carry. His grip on my arms was tight like he thought I was about to drop dead before his eyes. My heart twisted painfully in my ch
