This information just made Aakifahlynn a hundred times more weary of Demarion all over again, even though she fought against her negative thoughts because of their growing relationship over the past few days and because of Raven's trust in him.

If he turns out to be just as bad as Jairus, Raven may never trust anyone again. 

Aakifahlynn saw red at the thought of her and Raven hurting that way again, and her mind quickly spiraled, her anger towards Demarion growing with each passing second.

The bear-like creature lowered his head and licked her face, showing her affection, and it was also as if he was trying to calm her. ...