Helpless

Elise's POV.

I wasn't thinking about the risks of being with him, the first thing that came to my mind when I saw him was to hug him.

I felt this solace in his arms, there was this comfort that Damien was able to give me that no one else could offer. When he wrapped his hands around me, I felt somewhat relieved.

As he planted a kiss on my hair, my weary heart skipped a beat.

"I know that this isn't the right question to ask but are you okay?" He inquired, his voice full of care and softness.

I desired to hold back my loud cries but I let them out. I couldn't act tough anymore. I allowed myself to show every vulnerability I could.

"I'm not okay," I cried.

"I have never felt this helpless in my life...I have never felt this sort of hurt before, it's so painful,"

"I'm here now, everything is going to be alright," Damien muttered, rubbing his hands on my back.

His hands went circularly, soothing me.

"I know that my presence isn't enough but I will do all I can to help you. I promise," Da