Daniel's breath hitched in his throat. He had already lost Lucille and Louie. He didn't want to lose Thor too. But he wouldn't force him to stay either. He held Lukas in his arms, cradling him like he was the most precious thing.
"I... I don't want you to go. But I know all this mess isn't what you signed up for. I understand if you want to leave. You and Lukas don't deserve any of this. You deserve to be cherished. Both of you. I love you and I love him. But I understand if this isn't the life you want for him."