Violet's pov

"I almost lost you again." Xaden, his voice hushed, trembled shakily.

"But you saved me again." I whispered.

"We were almost too late, Violet. The cauldron would have swallowed you." He muttered.

"Haven't you noticed...? I'm strong, Xaden. I wouldn't allow anything separate us again." I breathed.

"I love you." He whispered.

I was surprised at his words but I'm sure I feel the same way about him.

"I love you too, Xaden." I muttered softly.

"You need to rest after the night's ...