Redemption and Ruin

What was I thinking just now—using a child to lock her beside me?

I once despised Father for that very act.

Yet, I nearly copied him a moment ago.

I disgust even myself.

Sloane cupped his face. “Listen to me. You will never become your father, and I am not your mother. I will never choose to end my own life.”

Killian stared at her; after a while, the corners of his mouth lifted. “You're right. You