THE CURSED ONE
“Dammi I—“ Her words faltered, choked off by emotion, but before either of them could speak, the sound of armor clanging echoed through the study.
They turned to see Hope, small and overwhelmed, standing with her own armor on her head, clearly unsure how to wear it.
Both Laura and Damian laughed, tension easing instantly. Laura knelt, guiding Hope’s arms into the proper slots, adjusting straps and fastening buckles until the young girl stood properly armored.
Damian watched them, eyes soft, and then with a sudden strength, he scooped both Laura and Hope into his arms. They gasped in surprise, then laughed, clinging to him.
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