I needed space. I think they understood that, though Damon did argue with me when I wanted to leave the Sanctuary.

"You're putting yourself, and others, in danger if you do." He sounded like the "and others" was the most important part.

"I get it," I said. "So lock me down. I'm taking Henry with me. Teach him how to shut me off or something. Because I'm leaving, Damon."

He touched my temple, shook his head. "You're too big," he said. Sighed. Backed off. "You know ...