Elara's POVMy heart fell.“No,” I pleaded in a shaky voice.Ethan stared at Damien for a long moment. His finger stayed right over the send button on his phone.I could not breathe. My legs felt weak. Damien had just said Ethan should take him instead. He was offering himself up so I could stay safe. Love for him rushed through me so strong that it hurt deep down. He was ready to give everything, even his freedom, because he cared about me and Mom that much.“Take me instead of her,” he repeated the words, stepping forward.I stepped forward fast. "No. Damien, don't."Ethan smiled a little. "That happens to be an interesting offer, you know? The son instead of the girl. Might work.”He shrugged.“Victor's boy in my hands until the transfer goes through would ensure there is no funny business."Damien did not look at me. His eyes stayed on Ethan the whole time. "Take me. Delete the pictures. Leave Elara and her mom out of this."My chest tightened. Tears came up quick. I loved
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