"Well, I can guarantee no one here will ever touch you like that. I'll make sure of it. In fact, it's one of Damon's rules. We don't take kindly to rule breakers." "Good," I manage to say, hugging myself. His face softens as he takes in my broken pitiful position. He shuffles over to me, sitting next to me. I don't even flinch as our arms brush. He reaches down, cupping my hand in his. "There's nothing to be afraid of here."
