Chapter 74. I Don't Blame You

I stood at the entrance, leaning against the door and watched as Elena tried to check on Zuri and ensure she was fine. When she transformed earlier, she was so scared and growled when Zion wanted to go close to her. The action had hurt him so badly, and I could see it on his face as he turned and went to fetch Benjamin to see if Zuri would allow him to touch her, and she did.

Right now, Zion and a still shocked Emily were standing awkwardly in the room, far from the bed where Benjamin had his arms wrapped around her to prevent her from snapping at Elena. I could tell how much Emily wanted to be the one in Benjamin’s place. Her daughter turned human after so many years, but she wouldn't allow her to come close.

I studied her from my spot. She looked almost identical to her brother, just a little older, but they could pass as twins if they tried. Her black hair was at her waist, and small over her face, shaped by big, round grey eyes with terror she tried to hide and repla