“When you are not given a choice, it becomes easier to accept,” I murmured, sharing that nugget of truth. “Do you think she would choose him over you?” Conal clearly disagreed. “By my asking her to choose, I would lose a piece of her,” I explained calmly. “When Theo accepts you into her heart, you are a part of her family. There is no discussion…it is the way it will always be.” I loved her for this. She loved fiercely and loyally.