Lorna is pushing me to step closer, but I stay rooted to the spot. He is a human, and he won't feel the pull to be with me. The closing of the door brings me out of my thoughts. Lorna whimpers and I take a deep breath. I look up and Mindy smiles at me. Rose comes to stand in front of me and places her hands on my shoulders. "Mom, is Charlie your second chance" she asks. I fight the urge to cry as I nod.
"That's amazing, mom. Why do you seem sad? I know it hurt you to break your bond with Cain" she starts to say, but I cut her off. "I promise you this has nothing to do with Cain. After all he did to our family, I have never regretted breaking our bond. Hearing about his betrayal solidified that I made the right decision." "So why aren't you more excited about finding Charlie? Do you not w
