“The question is simple, Kaleb. Are you willing to face the fact Aaron might one day find his own calling and leave your side if he lives? He is a doxie. A true doxie. Bred to serve the gods.”

As long as he was alive, why would it matter?

“How can you ask me that?”

“Because death means never seeing the person you love anymore. A different path means seeing the person you love, but no longer having them. One pain dulls, the other is constantly reopened.”

“Is it dead?”

Leo growled as the Chimera slid forward. There was no longer a fight for control, just a slow back and forth exchange. Kaleb widened his eyes.

“No.” Leo nuzzled Kaleb's neck. “I am here.”

Kaleb whimpered.

“We both are.”

❤️❤️❤️

“Where is your son now?”

“Hidden.”

“And you think a god can tame him?”

“A certain god. One who might have been born with a gift but should have been born a doxie. I've studied you, Alton. I've studied all of you. This god is unique. I'm not asking to take him away forever.”

Oh I can’t wait to see how that relationship develops. ❤️

“If you want a doxie, you tell them to come to your room.” It was their job.

Cerberus nodded. “I used to, but I knew they hated it. I could smell it. I understand being feared, but I don't want to be hated.”

I just adore him. Can’t wait to reread his book. ❤️

“I know you Kaleb. I will always know you. And unlike the man, I do not share.”

Kaleb shook his head.

“Be mine. Only mine.”