Chapter 24

Damon's POV

I knew that she would have a hard time processing this, but I did not expect her to faint. I make sure to catch her carefully and I carry her bridal style to the room that I have been staying in.

She needed to know, but Luca's impatience ruined any chance I had of easing her into it. I hated the abrupt nature of how I told her, but again, my hands were essentially tied.

When I get to the room, I lay Leena gently on the bed, prop a couple pillows behind her head, and cover her with the duvet folded at the end.

She's restless as I do so and I place my hand on her arm to help ease her sleep, and it works. I have never been able to calm someone that quickly before, but it has to be because of the mate bond.

After I make sure she is calm and resting a bit easier, I walk out of the room, closing the door quietly behind. As I come down the long hallway, I can hear hushed voices in the sitting room.

When I approach, Luca stands to his feet and bows from his waist. "Ah, King D