CHAPTER 40 His Reasonings

　　[Armon’s POV]

　　Pain shot through me as I took in Moyra’s hurt expression. Dammit, why was it that every time I tried to take one step forward with her, I felt like I was taking two steps back?

　　"Listen," I said, tightening my hold on her. "When I say that I would love to take you right here and now, I mean it."

　　"Then why…"

　　Goddess, how the hell did I even explain that when we slept together, my demon side would be gone forever, and I needed it if I wanted to defeat Frenrick and end his tyranny?

　　"Because everything will change once we become one."

　　Growing quiet, I watched as Moyra processed my words. Whatever it was she was feeling, it wasn’t evident on her face, but through our bond, I could feel her confusion and doubt.

　　"You’ve mentioned feeling my darkness." I continued, deciding that if I truly wanted to avoid misunderstandings, it was best to be honest. "I was born with a curse."

　　"A curse?"