Laurent smiled faintly. If he wished it, Damen likely would prevent Aimeric coming anywhere near their home, but it was not necessary.

'Your life is your own,' remarked Laurent, 'but if it were up to me, I would spare you the indignity of listening to the traitor attempt to elicit pity where none is deserved. Do you know - ' Laurent continued, lifting his arms to wind them around Damen's neck.

'He interrupted our very first kiss.'