Aria's POV
Damon's fingers went still. I looked away.
"We never really talked about children, but we both knew we wanted that." Damon's eyes softened.
I swallowed hard. "That future disappears if I turn into a vampire."
Damon stepped closer. "Aria."
I shook my head. "I don't want to lose that."
"You won't."
"You can't promise that."
"I can promise that I don't need a child to love you."
"I know." I looked into his eyes. "But I want one."
His expression broke slightly. "So do I."
The admission nearly destroyed me. I pressed my lips together, fighting another wave of tears.
Damon pulled me against his chest, and I didn't resist. His arms closed around me, strong and warm, and the mate bond flared between us.
The door suddenly opened. I looked up. Damon turned sharply. My heart s
