"you will be protected damn it! you'll be fine! trust me!"

her eyes were glossy and fear twisted her features. I lowered my tone, not wanting to scare her further.

"your training will protect you. ok? you're safe here with me. i promise you."

"i just...i dont wanna die..," she said, her voice was wavering and choked.

"you wont die," i said, stepping closer and placing a hand on her shoulder. "do you trust me?"

she nodded.

"c'mere love." i gestured her over, and she buried her face in my chest. i wrapped my arms around her, my chin resting on her soft brown hair. a wave of protection shot through me and i held her tighter.

"i swear on my life...you will be protected. i will protect you.