Emma's POV

　　My eyes widened in determination as I grabbed Bennett's arm, my voice urgent. "Let me come with you! I can help!"

　　Bennett's expression turned stern, his jaw clenched. "No, Emma. This is no place for you. You're not trained for battle."

　　"But I can—"

　　"No, Emma!" Bennett's voice rose, his grip on my arm tightening. "You'll stay here, where it's safe. I won't risk losing you."

　　My face fell, but I refused to give up. ...