I heard footsteps running up the stairs as I sat at the bedside by my mother. Staring into space, nothing really mattered in that moment. I had no parents that could tell me everything's going to be alright. They wouldn't be here to hold me when I was feeling sad or angry about something.
Yeah I had my mate, but sometimes it's good to be held by your mother. She was the first protector along with your father you have when you’re born, and it's a wonderful feeling to be close to your parents, but sadly I stopped having the comfort of my parents for a few hours now. I sighed as the footsteps got closer. I just wanted to be myself for a while even though that wouldn't do me any good.
I watched my mother for a few more seconds and turned my attention to Nickoli and his family. Damon pushed
