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It's been an hour and she hasn't uttered a single word while we've been waiting for her to speak. Damon stayed by her side even though she appeared to be a lifeless corpse throughout this entire ordeal.

He was at a loss for words as to how to make her feel even slightly better. Even though it would have been the least he could do for her, he stayed by her side even though he had other things to take care of.

Damon stood up and ran deeper into the forest after some time had passed, but not before rubbing his face against Elevena's hand.

It was his way of assuring her that there was nothing to worry about. Because Elevena didn't say anything in response, he nodded and start walking in the opposite direction.

"Why did I throw away my chance at happiness for you? how incredibly foolish of me! "Elevena uttered those words while glancing in the direction he had fled to.

She wiped her tears away while taking a deep breath "No, Elevena, you can't afford to be so fragile! You did this for