“I tried to do what was right.” Damien shook his head. “To give you a choice, like a mate should. I did the best I could to be honorable. But... I can’t release you. Not really. I just can’t.” He sounded like he’d just had the evil equivalent of an epiphany. “You’re right. I’m not the hero.” Kara’s breasts tightened at the intent look in his eye. “I never wanted the hero.” She whispered.
