Instantly, Silar was on the move. “Get inside the house,” he growled. “Lock the doors.” “Silar!” “Now, Cherry!” “I… I don’t want to leave you!” He flinched at my words, then, fangs bared and covered in blood, he stormed up to me. “I cannot think while you are out here! I can barely breathe! I cannot…” He bit off his words with a growl, taking several grating breaths before, more quietly this time, he added, “I cannot live if you are not alright. I have to secure the property. Cherry. Please.” His white gaze searched mine. “I need you in that house.”
