Talia's POV

“What do you mean by ‘you do’, Kael?” I asked him.

“This is a transaction.” He reiterated. “A very bloody transaction.”

“I'm hurt.” I said to Kael.

“You are? Do you know how long I've dealt with so many emotions? For how long I've been hurt, still I'm hurt, dealing with all these.” I hate having to watch him lose his guard with me.

“I'm sorry Kael, I never meant for any of this to happen.” I apologized. “I literally do not even know what is going on with me. You are my only help. The only person I have. I hate to be a burden, liability, or...