His small smile wavered. “They didn’t want to feel like monsters. Not again. They’re trying to make up for before, only a little too late — and with the wrong soul. I didn’t realize that would . . . hurt your feelings. I would have thought you’d like it better that way.” “I do.” I didn’t want them to hurt anyone. “It’s always better to be kind. I just . . .” I took a deep breath. “I’m glad I know why.”
