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CHAPTER 127 — Report
Skai stared at him, her mind racing. Although she had no idea what a bond between mates meant, a part of her rebelled at the possessiveness in his tone especially since he said it was a protection mark.
"I can take care of myself," she said, her voice stronger than she felt.
Damien chuckled deeply. "Maybe," he conceded, "but it doesn't hurt to have someone watching your back, does it?"
Skai couldn't argue with that. The attack had shaken her more than she cared to admit. But the idea of being beholden to Damien, of being his...
"What?" Damien prompted, his eyebrows raised.
Skai hesitated. "What exactly does this marking mean?" she asked finally.
Damien's smile softened. "It means a lot of things," he said. "It means I can sense your emotions, and you can sense mine. And most importantly, it means I'll always be there for you."
"Would I get one with Jared?"
