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Kiara's POV

It took more effort than I imagined to not become emotional as I stood outside with Damien just before he departed.

I don't know if I had my big mouth to blame for him leaving in the first place but it didn't feel good. It felt bad and I was so scared even if I knew he would be fine.

I was a monster for not feeling scared about Dirian leaving- it was his own lack after all. He would be fine. More than fine, he would be perfect finally reunited with his own people. Why did my mate have to join this rescue mission?

Damien kissed away my frown or at least he attempted to because the moment his mouth was off mine, the frown was back.

I held on to him giving him another hug.

"Please stay safe for me."

I was being a little over the top but I couldn't help it. I expected him to laugh or at least fight back a smile but he remained absolutely solemn as he turned my hug burying his head in my nape and sending shivers running through me.

"I will."

We pulled away from each other b