They had already made a significant concession for her sake, holding back their possessive, territorial instincts as her mates, because they knew many wanted her dead or wanted to take her.
They understood that relying solely on themselves might not be enough, and they were willing to work together to protect her. But how could they truly do that if she kept shutting them out? And now, with her children's safety also at stake, opening up to them felt less like a choice and more like a necessity.
While Addison was worrying about everything, Zion leaned closer and whispered, "Don't worry, I'll always protect you and stay by your side." His voice carried conviction, though it sounded more like a quiet promise to himself.
