~Aria~

“You have to become the Alpha,” Logan said, and I froze.

After a few seconds passed, I forced a breath and turned.

“Are you kidding me right now? Damon is still alive.”

“I can't sit on his throne when he's still alive and breathing. Please don't do this.” I looked away, signifying the end of the discussion.

As the door clicked shut after them, a shudder left me.

I turned to Damon’s still body and tucked his hand inside the covers. His hands were cold. Too cold. And it kept getting colder day by day.

“You heard them, if you don't want me taking your seat, better wake up...