Raven's POV
I look at Leo stunned. That is the nicest thing that he has said to me since we found out that we are mates. But that doesn't change the fact that I don't need anyone to fight my battles for me. If I am going to be Queen then I need to be able to fight for myself.
"While I appreciate the sentiment," I say formally to Leo. "I can handle this situation by myself."
I expect Leo to turn and leave my doorway, but he doesn't. He walks into my room and stands beside me.
"Stay out of this, Little Alpha," my father growls at him but Leo doesn't wavier. "It is none of your business."
"When I find my mate on the verge of tears, I make it my business," Leo growls back at my father.
Wiping the unshed tears from my eyes, I look up and see that both men are staring at me.
