Chapter 43

• Rafael's voice was sharp and cold this time, leaving not a single bit of room for argument. Although I couldn't see his face, I could tell that he wasn't giving any more leniency.
• Without another word, Rafael strode back into his bedroom with me held securely in his arms. He closed the door behind him securely before sitting down in his bed, keeping me in his lap as he gently stroked my head.
• "It's going to be okay, Danary... No one's going to hurt you here... You know that I would never let anyone hurt you..."